Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV)
2023 BYD Sea Lion 6 DM-i
The 2023 BYD Sea Lion 6 DM-i is a plug-in hybrid SUV. It has a 1.5-litre engine producing 384 hp (287 kW), with all-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 5.0 seconds and top speed is 124 mph (200 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | BYD | Model | Sea Lion 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2023 | Version / Trim | DM-i |
| Body Style | SUV | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Cosmos Black, Frost White, Mineral Gray, Sky Blue, Maple Red, Aurora Silver, Midnight Black |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | China |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Transmission | E-CVT |
| Engine | 1.5T + Dual Motor | Engine Size | 1,500 cc |
| Power | 384 hp / 287 kW | Torque | 630 Nm / 465 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 5.0 sec | Top Speed | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Electric Range | 75 miles (121 km) | Max Charge Rate | 11 kW |
| Charge 0→80% | 90 mins | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,765 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,960 kg (4,321 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2023 SUVS
Compared with other 2023 SUVs in our database, its 384 hp is 19% more than the average 2023 SUV (321 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.2 seconds quicker than average.
| 2023 BYD Sea Lion 6 DM-i | Average 2023 SUVs | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 384 hp | 321 hp (130 cars) | +19% |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 442 Nm (130 cars) | +43% |
| 0–60 mph | 5.0 s | 6.2 s (133 cars) | -19% |
| Top speed | 124 mph | 128 mph (133 cars) | -3% |
| Kerb weight | 1,960 kg | 1,966 kg (141 cars) | — |
| Engine size | 1,500 cc | 2,601 cc (104 cars) | -42% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2023 SUVs with similar power to the 2023 BYD Sea Lion 6 DM-i.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 BYD Sea Lion 6 DM-i | 384 hp | 5.0 s | 1,960 kg |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y AWD | 384 hp | 4.8 s | 1,979 kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 M40i | 382 hp | 5.8 s | 1,800 kg |
| 2023 Audi e-tron S (20 inch wheels) | 355 hp | 5.5 s | 2,590 kg |
| 2023 Tank 300 Hi4-T | 348 hp | 5.8 s | 2,250 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
OTA Updates
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Panoramic Roof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Roof Rails
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Tow Bar / Tow Package
Spare Tyre