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BYD · 2026PHEVPlug-in Hybrid
Sealion 05 DM-i
BYD's cheapest PHEV SUV — over 1,000 km of range
Sealion 05 DM-i: a family SUV on the DM-i hybrid system — an 18.3 kWh pack good for 85 km EV (WLTP) and over 1,000 km combined with the petrol tank. Sold in the Gulf in international spec (3.3 kW AC charging only) in KSA and the UAE from AED 89,900.
- 670
- PLANNED KM
- 210
- HP
- 8.1s
- 0-100
- TBA
- kW DC
A closer look
In detail
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Source: BYD Australia official media
A clearer buying decision
Availability and regional dealers
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Your market
Bahrain
Not locally available
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Confirmed markets
Saudi Arabia
Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility
UAE
Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility
Kuwait
BYD Alghanim (Alghanim Industries)
Oman
Saud Bahwan Group
Egypt
Mansour Group (ManDream)
Official manufacturer video
Luxury in motion
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1Through members' eyes
BYD Sealion 05 DM-i, as people actually see it
The photos above are the manufacturer's: studio light, retouched. These came off members' phones — in the street, in a showroom, in an owner's driveway.
Nobody has photographed this car yet.
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Technical Specs
- Official range
- 791 km
- Real Range (Gulf-tested)
- 670 km
- Power
- 210 HP
- Torque
- 300 Nm
- 0-100 km/h
- 8.1 s
- Top Speed
- 170 km/h
- Battery Capacity
- 18.3 kWh
- DC Fast Charging
- TBA
- AC Charging
- 3 kW
- Fast-charge time (10–80%)
- TBA
Price reference for comparison
Approximate price reference
≈ 8,600 BHDto ≈ 11,000 BHD
VerifiedUpdated July 2026
This is an indicative new-model range by market and trim, not the price of a vehicle listed on EV Gulf.
An in-app alert the moment the Gulf price moves or appears.
In the Gulf
Pros and cons from Gulf-specific experience (heat · Ramadan · infrastructure)
Gulf Pros
- BYD's cheapest Gulf PHEV — from around KWD 7,500
- 85 km daily EV + 1,000+ km total — no range anxiety
- Thermally safe Blade LFP for Gulf summers
- V2L powers camping and trip appliances
Watch out for
- No DC fast charging at all — 3.3 kW AC only
- Nightly home charging is essential — without it the PHEV edge is lost
- Mild performance (8.3 s) — not for acceleration fans
What sets it apart
Verified OEM technologies that make this model stand out — from crab walk to battery swap.
Super DM hybrid tech — electric power first with over 1,000 km of combined range
V2L — power your appliances directly from the car's battery on trips
📖 Complete Owner's Guide for BYD Sealion 05 DM-i
Voice commands matched to the car's actual market and language · Gulf tips · hidden hacks · ADAS · quick tasks.
Guide to charging
What to know about charging your BYD Sealion 05 DM-i in the Gulf.
Home charging · AC
3 kW
~ 7 hours from 0 to 100%
Ideal for overnight charging. The right Wallbox power depends on your market's electricity supply.
Size your home charger →Charging cost (estimate)
≈ 0.56 BHD
Full charge at home
An estimate based on home electricity rates in your market. Public charging usually costs more but is much faster.
BYD has not published: DC fast-charging power — we show only what is official.
Explore charging stations
Open the map to verify the connector, compatibility, and status source for each station before travelling.
Open the charging map →Practical tips for Gulf drivers
EV ownership in the Gulf brings heat, Ramadan, sand and long roads. These are general practical tips; each model’s experience depends on its variant and market.
Prayer times and charging
Choose a compatible station near your destination, and check access hours and operating status in the operator app before arrival.
Ramadan
Check station occupancy in the operator app and choose a quieter time when possible.
Sand and dust
Inspect the charge port and cooling vents after dusty conditions, and follow your car’s cleaning schedule.
Cross-border travel
For trips between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, use verified compatible chargers on your route, with a backup stop and a safe arrival reserve.
Insurance and maintenance
Compare insurance and maintenance schedules for the specific model and dealer. Prices and intervals vary between vehicles.
Battery health
estimated100%Excellent
This year's model — the pack is near full capacity.
18.3 kWh
Battery registry — method & reportsA full charge at home≈ 6.5 hOn a 3 kW wallbox — one overnight
The Field · Real-world
Owner experiences
Real numbers from owners — not the manufacturer's brochure.
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Log your experienceAfter-sales
Official agent in your market
Warranty, servicing and parts run through a factory-appointed agent.
- Agent in Bahrain
- Fakhro Motors
- Vehicle warranty
- 6 years or 150,000 km
- Battery warranty
- 8 years or 150,000 km
Arad
Source: BYD GCC / BYD UAE aftersales
Your agent & parts in Bahrain
Fakhro Motors
Long-standing sole BYD distributor; bydbahrain.com. Sales + workshop in Manama area.
Warranty: 6 yearsBattery: 8 years / 200,000 km (MEA policy)
Full parts & service guideFrom owners and the community
BYD Sealion 05 DM-i discussions
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Latest BYD news
Chinese car · China Access
How can you get the BYD Sealion 05 DM-i?
We separate official dealer cars, independent-market stock, and direct China orders. Market presence does not automatically mean factory warranty or Arabic support.
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access routes
Observed local availability
Local route observed
Seen in these markets through a dealer or independent channel. Verify the warranty provider before paying.
Independent importer
1 market signal(s)
It may be in stock or inbound at an independent showroom without an official dealer. Warranty there comes from the seller, not guaranteed — exactly what our managed EV Gulf route replaces.
Import via EV Gulf
Inspection + freight + registration
We source it for you through our network of contracted partners: VIN, battery and software checked before shipping, then local registration — one contract, one invoice, instead of coordinating separate parties yourself.
Where have we observed an access route?
Saudi Arabia UAE Kuwait Oman
Independent-market activity we've verified in these markets — an internal signal, not a referral to an outside seller.
If you buy elsewhere: Request a live video of voice languages, software version, charging port, phone-app activation and OTA, plus a written warranty naming who pays for battery, parts and labour.
Where to buy the Sealion 05 DM-i
BYD dealers in Bahrain — with official links.
- Fakhro MotorsOfficialAtto 3SealHanDolphinAradOfficial site
How it stacks up
Ready spec cards: battery, range, charging and China list price. Share in one tap.
BYD Sealion 05 DM-i vs its rivals
Same body and powertrain, closest on price
- BYD Sealion 05 DM-iBYDBattery18.3 kWh
- COMBINED RANGE
- 670 km
- DC PEAK
- —
- 0–100 KM/H
- 8.1 s
- POWER
- 210 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- —
Deepal S07 EREV 230DeepalBattery31.73 kWh- COMBINED RANGE
- 990 km
- DC PEAK
- —
- 0–100 KM/H
- 7.5 s
- POWER
- 258 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- ¥156,900
Chery Tiggo 9 C-DMCheryBattery18.67 kWh- COMBINED RANGE
- 80 km
- DC PEAK
- 41 kW
- 0–100 KM/H
- 8.8 s
- POWER
- 381 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- ¥165,900
Avatr 07 EREV Long RangeAvatrBattery52.01 kWh- COMBINED RANGE
- 900 km
- DC PEAK
- —
- 0–100 KM/H
- —
- POWER
- 310 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- —
XPeng G7 Super EREV 1704 MaxXPengBattery55.8 kWh- COMBINED RANGE
- 320 km
- DC PEAK
- —
- 0–100 KM/H
- 6.9 s
- POWER
- 296 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- —
China list price before shipping & duties · range on the stated test cycle
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