BYD stands for "Build Your Dreams" and is a Chinese company founded in 1995.It started with batteries and grew into one of the world’s top electric vehicle (EV) makers.BYD produces electric cars, buses, trucks, and energy storage systems.Popular models include the BYD Seal, Dolphin, and Atto 3.The company also builds monorails and promotes clean urban transport.Warren Buffett’s firm, Berkshire Hathaway, is a major investor in BYD.
The BYD Sealion 6 is a plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV developed by BYD Auto. It belongs to the "Ocean Series" and uses BYD’s Super Hybrid DM-i platform, combining electric motors with a petrol engine for extended range and efficiency. Available in front-wheel and all-wheel drive variants, it offers up to 92 km of electric-only range and over 1,000 km combined. The design features sleek lines, a bold grille, and LED lighting inspired by marine elements. It blends modern styling with advanced hybrid tech. The Sealion 6 has a top speed of up to 180 km/h (112 mph).
The BYD Atto 3 is a fully electric compact SUV designed for global markets. It features a modern, sporty design with a spacious and tech-filled interior.Powered by BYD’s Blade Battery, it offers strong safety and long battery life. The Atto 3 has a driving range of around 420–480 km (depending on the variant). It includes features like a rotating touchscreen, advanced driver assistance, and fast charging. The BYD Atto 3 has a top speed of 160 km/h. It features a wheelbase of 2,720 mm. This dimension contributes to its spacious interior and stable handling characteristics.
The BYD Seal is a battery electric mid-size sedan produced by BYD Auto. It is the second car of BYD's "Ocean Series" after the smaller BYD Dolphin hatchback, and is built on BYD's e-Platform 3.0 and an 800-volt electrical platform. As part of the "Ocean Series" line of products, the Seal adopts many ocean-inspired design features. The exterior design features low hood, pop-out door handles, and long taillamp unit. The Seal's top speed is limited to 180 kilometres per hour (112 mph).
The BYD Dolphin is a battery electric hatchback produced by the Chinese manufacturer BYD Auto since 2021. The Dolphin was the first production model to feature the new BYD logo. The interior of the Dolphin features a rotatable 12.8-inch infotainment screen, and a full 5-inch LCD instrument panel. It has a Top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). the Dolphin was lengthened by approximately 20 cm (7.9 in) in order to accommodate a new front-end crash structure, which was designed to achieve a five-star Australian ANCAP safety rating.
The BYD Shark or BYD Shark 6 in some markets is a plug-in hybrid mid-size pickup truck. The pickup truck is powered by a 1.5-litre 170 kW turbocharged petrol engine mounted longitudinally, along with two electric motors, one on each axle, creating an electric four-wheel drive layout rated at 320 kW It is based on a body-on-frame chassis with a Dual Mode Off-Road (DMO) hybrid drivetrain. The claimed 0 100 km/h acceleration time is 5.7 seconds, The cabin came equipped with full synthetic leather interior trimmings.
The BYD Sealion 7, also sold in China as the BYD Sealion 07 EV is a battery electric mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by BYD Auto since 2024. It is the first vehicle of the Sealion family of SUV under the Ocean Series product line-up. t was developed with the Tesla Model Y as its main competitor benchmark. It has 12-in-1 electric drive system, which improves integration over the 8-in-1 of the e-Platform 3.0. It also supports electric motors that spin up to 23,000 rpm, higher than any other motors ever produced by BYD.
The BYD Seagull is a battery electric city car, Positioned below the Dolphin within BYD's line-up, it is currently the smallest BYD vehicle. the Seagull features a 4-seat, 5-door configuration in a hatchback body style with a length of only 3,780 mm. The Seagull is equipped with six airbags, rear disc brakes, electronic parking brake, and electronic stability programme. the car has a top speed of 130 km/h and acceleration time of 4.9 seconds and a 0–100 km/h time of 13 seconds. On 30 April 2024, BYD recalled 16,666 Seagull cars in China over a reversing camera software issue.
The BYD Yuan Up is a battery electric subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment). The interior has a D-shaped steering wheel with a signature Yuan (元) logo, 8.8-inch LCD instrument cluster, a 12.8-inch infotainment touchscreen display, leatherette upholstery for the seats and a crystal gear selector. The 2025 BYD Atto 2 is equipped with a front-mounted electric motor delivering 130 kW (177 PS) of power and 290 Nm of torque. the SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds and achieve a top speed of 160 km/h.
The BYD Han is a series of full-size sedan (E-segment) manufactured by the Chinese manufacturer BYD Auto since 2020. It is a flagship model of BYD's Dynasty Series passenger vehicles, and was named after the Han Dynasty, the first golden age of Imperial China. The Han EV was notable for being the earliest Chinese car that is capable of a 0–100 km/h acceleration in around 3 seconds featuring 360° camera system, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and a multifunctional rear seat armrest pad. The car has a 85.4 kWh liquid-cooled lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery
The BYD M6 is a seven-seater MPV produced by Chinese car maker BYD. Its design was known to be heavily inspired by the Toyota Previa/Estima. A minor facelift was later introduced in 2013 featuring clear headlamps replacing the smoked headlamps of the pre-facelift model. Officially introduced during the 2010 Beijing Auto Show, the MPV has two engines, consisting of either the indigenous 2.0 liter engine from the BYD483 series for 138 horsepower 6,000 rpm. The top speed of the BYD M6 electric MPV is 180 km/h.
The BYD Tang is a series of mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by BYD Auto, available as an battery electric, a plug-in hybrid or formerly a conventional ICE vehicle. The Tang is powered by a 2.0-liter internal combustion engine which delivers 151 kW (202 hp) and 320 N⋅m of torque; and two electric motors. The latter accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and the entry level in 4.9 seconds. The Tang is fitted with BYD's second generation Dual Mode (DM) system which allows drivers to switch between all-electric mode (EV mode) and hybrid electric mode
Featuring BYD's new family design language and previewed by the BYD Dynasty concept car in 2017, the second generation BYD Tang with completely redesigned exterior and interior debuted at Auto China in April 2018. The new model line will include purely gasoline powered versions and pure electric versions. It features a1.5L turbocharged engine paired with a plug-in hybrid system. The Tang EV features a 108.8 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery that delivers up to 635 km of range (CLTC) and 517 horsepower, with 0–100 km/h acceleration in just 4.4 seconds.
Yangwang models
The BYD Yangwang U9 is a powerful electric supercar with 1,287 hp from four motors, accelerating from 0–100 km/h in just 2.36 seconds. It has a 450 km range, fast charging via an 800V system, and features BYD’s advanced DiSus-X suspension, which allows it to jump, dance, and drive even with one wheel missing. With a carbon fiber body and futuristic design, the U9 blends cutting-edge tech with supercar performance.