Sealion on a Mission

BYD Launches Sealion 5 DM-i SUV for Practical, Affordable Electric Driving in PH

BYD Philippines, under ACMobility, has launched the new Sealion 5 DM-i—a compact electrified SUV built for Filipinos who want to switch to electric without worrying about range, cost, or daily use.

The Sealion 5 joins BYD’s growing list of electrified cars in the country, which already includes the Sealion 6, Seal 5 sedan, and Shark 6 SUV. But this time, the spotlight is on first-time EV owners. With a plug-in hybrid system and smart features, the Sealion 5 promises an easy transition into electrified driving.

Powered by BYD’s Super DM-i tech, the Sealion 5 combines electric power with a fuel engine, producing 197 PS and 300 Nm of torque. It can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in just over eight seconds. The car comes with Eco, Normal, and Sport drive modes to match different driving needs.

On paper, it can travel over 1,000 kilometers with a full tank and full battery. Race car drivers George and Louis Ramirez recently proved this by driving 1,409.7 km around Luzon—reaching as far as Pagudpud—at 25.27 km/l fuel efficiency.

The 12.96 kWh Blade Battery gives up to 71 km of all-electric range. It charges via a regular wall socket in 4.5 hours. It also has a Vehicle-to-Load feature that lets you power devices and appliances straight from the car.

Design-wise, the Sealion 5 looks clean and modern with full LED lights, 18-inch wheels, and roof rails. It’s 4,738 mm long and over 1.8 meters wide, offering good space without feeling bulky. Heated mirrors and puddle lamps add convenience.

Inside, it features soft leather seats, dual-zone aircon, and a rotating 10.1-inch touchscreen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There’s also an in-car app store and even Stingray Karaoke. It comes with an NFC key card and a smartphone app to control features remotely.

For safety, it has six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, traction control, hill-start assist, a rear camera with sensors, and ISOFIX mounts for child seats.

The Sealion 5 DM-i is priced at ₱1,248,000, with a promo cash price of ₱1,198,000. Early buyers can also avail of an ₱88,000 down payment offer. BYD claims up to 40% savings on fuel and maintenance, with only one preventive service needed yearly.

It comes with an 8-year or 160,000 km warranty on the Blade Battery, as well as the electric motor and control system.

Available colors include Arctic White, Harbour Grey, Cosmos Black, and Deep Sea Blue, paired with a beige-brown interior.

“The Sealion 5 DM-i is yet another proof of how easy and convenient it is to switch to electrified mobility with BYD,” said Adam Hu, BYD Philippines Country Head.

More details are available at www.bydcarsphilippines.com.