AUGUST 28, 2025 (CHENGDU) — BYD debuts the 2026 Seal 07 DM-i at Chengdu Auto Show, marking its first LiDAR-equipped PHEV sedan with city NOA capabilities.
KEY FACTS:
• LiDAR Breakthrough: Single roof-mounted LiDAR enables multi-sensor fusion (camera + radar) for “Beyond God/Heaven’s Eye” ADAS, unlocking urban features like unprotected left turns and obstacle avoidance.
• Sleeker Design: Revised front fascia adopts full-width grille (+15% air intake) and simplified LED lighting, while retaining signature fastback silhouette and hidden door handles.
• Unchanged Powertrains: Carryover 1.5L/1.5T PHEV systems (160kW/200kW e-motors) with 70-125km CLTC EV range, prioritizing efficiency over performance upgrades.
• Tech Boost: Next-gen DiLink cockpit with Qualcomm Snapdragon chip improves voice/multi-screen response; wheelbase remains 2,900mm despite +20mm length.
• Market Play: Targets tech-savvy buyers in China’s booming ¥200,000-300,000 PHEV segment; deliveries expected Q4 2025 with slight price bump over current RMB229,800 ($31,400) base.
EDITOR’S NOTE:
BYD’s LiDAR move signals newfound aggression in autonomy-traditionally its weak spot vs. NIO/Xpeng. While late to city NOA, its production scale could democratize the tech faster than capital-burning startups.
