BYD Seal 08 Reaches Chinese Dealerships; Sales Begin July 2

The new BYD Seal 08 flagship sedan has begun arriving at dealerships across China approximately two weeks before its official market launch, which is scheduled for July 2, 2026.

The news was shared by BYD’s regional sales representatives on Douyin, where they posted footage of display vehicles appearing in showrooms. Earlier, a leak from one of the brand’s dealerships had already revealed key pricing and specification details.

The Seal 08 has been developed to support both plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and fully electric (BEV) powertrains. BYD engineers have placed particular emphasis on its high-voltage electrical architecture and advanced chassis technologies in an effort to position the model as the flagship of the Ocean Series lineup.

The range-topping all-wheel-drive electric version delivers up to 694 horsepower. Built on an 800-volt electrical architecture.

The sedan supports ultra-fast flash charging and offers a claimed driving range of up to 1,000 km.

Vehicle stability and ride comfort are managed by BYD’s DiSus-A intelligent body control system. The chassis features a dual-chamber air suspension setup combined with active rear-wheel steering, improving both high-speed stability and low-speed maneuverability.

A roof-mounted LiDAR unit provides data for the company’s latest God’s Eye 5.0 driver-assistance system. Inside the cabin, both front and rear passengers benefit from “zero-gravity” seats designed to enhance comfort and create a more premium travel experience.

Dealerships have already opened the pre-orders. According to preliminary information, the flagship all-wheel-drive version is expected to start at approximately 250,000 yuan (around $36,900).

Industry observers expect the final retail price announced at launch to come in slightly below the preliminary figure, following a strategy similar to that previously used for the launch of the Great Tang crossover.