BYD SEALION 7 AUSTRALIA PRICING AND SPECS DISCUSSION

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The BYD Sealion 7 has officially launched in Australia, with pricing and specifications detailed. The electric SUV is positioned to be BYD's best-seller, starting at $49,990 before on-road costs for the Premium variant and $63,990 for the Performance AWD model. Key features include an 82.5 kWh Blade battery, 150 kW DC charging, and 11 kW AC charging. The reviewer notes the sporty coupe-like styling, improved interior design over the Seal, and the inclusion of heated rear seats and steering wheel as positives. However, concerns were raised about the vehicle's weight (over 2.3 tonnes), potential inefficiency, and the surprisingly high cost of optional paint colors, with the Shark Grey reaching $2,000. While competitive against some rivals, its pricing is noted as being slightly higher than expected compared to the Xpeng G6 and potentially subject to future price adjustments, a common BYD strategy. The reviewer expresses anticipation for testing its dynamic performance and software, hoping for improvements over current BYD offerings.