Quick Takeaways
- BYD previews Seal 08 sedan and Sealion 08 SUV as next-generation premium EV flagships under its Ocean series.
- The models signal a clear step-up in size, performance, and positioning, reinforcing BYD’s premium EV strategy ahead of 2026.
On October 30, BYD offered an early preview of its next-generation premium electric vehicles with the BYD Seal 08 electric sedan and the Sealion 08 SUV, both positioned as flagship models under the brand’s Ocean series. These models are scheduled for a full global reveal in the first quarter of 2026 and will showcase BYD’s latest advancements in electric vehicle technology and design.
The two vehicles draw their visual identity from the Ocean S concept, first displayed at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show in April. They adopt BYD’s evolved Ocean Aesthetic 2.0 design language, reflecting a sharper, more aerodynamic interpretation aimed at higher-end market segments while retaining the Ocean series’ recognizable styling DNA.
BYD Seal 08 electric sedan design and positioning
The BYD Seal 08 electric sedan is expected to sit above the current Seal lineup, offering larger proportions and enhanced performance. Earlier regulatory filings in China revealed a vehicle originally labeled as Seal 08, measuring 4,720 mm in length, 1,880 mm in width, and 1,495 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,820 mm. This model eventually entered the Chinese market in June 2025 as the Seal 06 EV.
The Seal 06 EV is offered in multiple configurations, including:
The upcoming Seal 08 is expected to exceed these specifications, signaling a clear step-up in power, range, and overall vehicle capability.
Sealion 08 SUV layout and segment focus
The Sealion 08 expands BYD’s Ocean series into the large electric SUV category. Industry sources indicate the SUV will measure approximately 5,040 mm in length with a wheelbase close to 2,950 mm. The vehicle is expected to feature a 2+3+2 seating configuration, accommodating seven passengers and targeting family-oriented premium EV buyers.
By combining extended dimensions with a flexible cabin layout, the Sealion 08 is positioned to compete directly with other full-size electric SUVs in China and international markets.
Ocean series growth and future roadmap
BYD’s Ocean series has recorded rapid growth since its launch in November 2021. In under four years, cumulative sales have surpassed six million units, driven by strong demand for models such as the Song Plus, Seagull, Dolphin, and Seal, each of which has crossed the one-million-unit sales mark.
Looking ahead, BYD plans to expand this lineup further with Seal 09 and Sealion 09 models, forming a structured “5678” product hierarchy that reinforces the Ocean series’ role as a core pillar of the company’s electric vehicle strategy.
With the Seal 08 and Sealion 08, BYD is clearly signaling its intent to strengthen its presence in the premium electric segment while leveraging the scale, technology, and brand recognition built through the Ocean portfolio.
The two vehicles draw their visual identity from the Ocean S concept, first displayed at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show in April. They adopt BYD’s evolved Ocean Aesthetic 2.0 design language, reflecting a sharper, more aerodynamic interpretation aimed at higher-end market segments while retaining the Ocean series’ recognizable styling DNA.
BYD Seal 08 electric sedan design and positioning
The BYD Seal 08 electric sedan is expected to sit above the current Seal lineup, offering larger proportions and enhanced performance. Earlier regulatory filings in China revealed a vehicle originally labeled as Seal 08, measuring 4,720 mm in length, 1,880 mm in width, and 1,495 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,820 mm. This model eventually entered the Chinese market in June 2025 as the Seal 06 EV.
The Seal 06 EV is offered in multiple configurations, including:
- A single-motor setup producing 110 kW, paired with a 46.1 kWh Blade battery delivering up to 470 km CLTC range
- A higher-output variant generating 160 kW, combined with a 56.6 kWh Blade battery enabling up to 545 km CLTC range
The upcoming Seal 08 is expected to exceed these specifications, signaling a clear step-up in power, range, and overall vehicle capability.
Sealion 08 SUV layout and segment focus
The Sealion 08 expands BYD’s Ocean series into the large electric SUV category. Industry sources indicate the SUV will measure approximately 5,040 mm in length with a wheelbase close to 2,950 mm. The vehicle is expected to feature a 2+3+2 seating configuration, accommodating seven passengers and targeting family-oriented premium EV buyers.
By combining extended dimensions with a flexible cabin layout, the Sealion 08 is positioned to compete directly with other full-size electric SUVs in China and international markets.
Ocean series growth and future roadmap
BYD’s Ocean series has recorded rapid growth since its launch in November 2021. In under four years, cumulative sales have surpassed six million units, driven by strong demand for models such as the Song Plus, Seagull, Dolphin, and Seal, each of which has crossed the one-million-unit sales mark.
Looking ahead, BYD plans to expand this lineup further with Seal 09 and Sealion 09 models, forming a structured “5678” product hierarchy that reinforces the Ocean series’ role as a core pillar of the company’s electric vehicle strategy.
With the Seal 08 and Sealion 08, BYD is clearly signaling its intent to strengthen its presence in the premium electric segment while leveraging the scale, technology, and brand recognition built through the Ocean portfolio.
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