BYD Sealion 07 DM
{{short description|Plug-in hybrid mid-size crossover SUV}}
{{for|the battery electric SUV|BYD Sealion 7}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = BYD Sealion 07 DM-i/DM-p
| image = 2025 BYD Sealion 07 DM-i front view.png
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| manufacturer = BYD Auto
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| production = March 2025 – present
| assembly = China: Xi'an, Shaanxi{{Cite web |title=All about BYD |website=MarkLines Automotive Industry Portal |url=https://www.marklines.com/en/oem/byd |access-date=2025-03-05 }}
| designer = Under the lead of Wolfgang Egger
| class = Mid-size crossover SUV (D)
| body_style = 5-door SUV
| layout = {{unbulleted list
| Front-engine, front-motor, front-wheel drive
| Front-engine, dual-motor, all-wheel-drive
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| platform = DM-i 5.0 platform
| related = {{ubl
| BYD Tang (second generation)
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| motor = Permanent magnet synchronous
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| drivetrain = Plug-in hybrid
| transmission = E-CVT
| wheelbase = {{convert|2820|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4880|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1920|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|2103-2346|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| predecessor = BYD Frigate 07
| successor =
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The BYD Sealion 07 DM-i or DM-p ({{lang-zh|c=比亚迪海狮07 DM-i/DM-p|p=Bǐyǎdí Hǎishī 07 DM-i/DM-p}}) is a plug-in hybrid mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by BYD Auto since 2024. Part of the Sealion ({{lang-zh|c=海狮|p=Hǎishī|labels=no}}) family of SUVs, it is a restyled and updated version of the BYD Frigate 07, both part of the Ocean Series product line-up that are distributed through Ocean Network dealerships.
Overview
File:BYD Sealion 07 DM-i 002.jpg
The Sealion 07 DM-i and DM-p debuted in March 2025. It adopts BYD's fifth-generation plug-in hybrid system. It is available with an optional Lingyuan roof-mounted aerial drone hangar system co-developed with DJI.{{Cite web |title=【图】预计售价20-25万/首搭灵鸢无人机，比亚迪海狮07 DM-i首发亮相！_汽车之家 |url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202503/1304432.html#pvareaid=102624 |access-date=2025-03-05 |website=www.autohome.com.cn}}{{Cite web |last=Zhang |first=Phate |date=2025-03-02 |title=BYD teams up with DJI to launch Ling Yuan automotive drone system |url=https://cnevpost.com/2025/03/02/byd-launches-ling-yuan-drone-system/ |access-date=2025-03-05 |website=CnEVPost |language=en-US}}
Built on the e-platform 3.0 and powered by BYD’s fifth-generation DM (Dual Mode) plug-in hybrid system. The DM-i variant prioritizes fuel economy and electric range, while the DM-p model emphasizes performance with dual motors and all-wheel drive capabilities.{{Cite web |date=2025-05-08 |title=BYD Sealion 07 DM-i Review, Pricing, and Specs |url=https://insightgirl.com/cars/byd/sealion-07-dm-i/ |access-date=2025-05-08 |language=en-US}}
The Sealion 07 features an evolved Ocean X design language along LED lighting, a streamlined profile, and aerodynamic accents. Inside, the cabin boasts a tech-forward environment with a rotating 15.6-inch infotainment screen, DiPilot intelligent driving assistance system, and ergonomic seats inspired by oceanic forms.{{Cite web |last=Leung |first=Adrian |date=2025-05-08 |title=BYD’s Sealion 07 DM-i launched in China from 23,500 USD; targets global markets |url=https://carnewschina.com/2025/05/08/byds-sealion-07-dm-i-launched-in-china-from-23500-usd-targets-global-markets/ |access-date=2025-05-08 |website=CarNewsChina.com |language=en-US}}
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See also
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