2026 BYD Seagull Launched in China: Optional LiDAR, Up to 405 km Range, Starting at $9650
BYD has officially launched the 2026 Seagull in China, introducing four trim levels priced between 69,900 yuan and 85,900 yuan ($9,650–$11,840 USD). The updated city EV arrives with more standard equipment at unchanged prices — and for the first time, buyers can add a LiDAR-equipped advanced driver assistance package that pushes the price to 90,900–97,900 yuan ($12,530–$13,500 USD).
Pricing
The lineup opens with the 305 km Vitality trim at ¥69,900 (~$9,650). The 305 km Freedom and 405 km Comfort trims are both priced at ¥78,900 (~$10,890), while the top 405 km Flight trim costs ¥85,900 (~$11,840). Buyers who opt for the LiDAR package on the Comfort or Flight trims pay ¥90,900 (~$12,530) and ¥97,900 (~$13,500) respectively.
The Headline Feature: Optional LiDAR
The biggest upgrade is the optional “Eye of God B” (天神之眼B) LiDAR package, which adds BYD’s DiPilot 300 system. When equipped, the Seagull gains urban navigation assist (CNOA), traffic light recognition with live countdown, full-scenario obstacle avoidance, and roundabout navigation — capabilities rarely seen at this price point in any market. A driver monitoring system (DMS) with front and rear collision alerts and automatic emergency braking (AEB) comes standard across the range.
Design and Dimensions
The 2026 Seagull measures 3,780 × 1,715 × 1,540 mm with a 2,500 mm wheelbase. New exterior color options include Mango Orange and Mint Green, joining existing shades of Warm White, Peach Pink, and Sprout Green. The car also gets 16-inch star-pattern alloy wheels, a redesigned rear light bar, and an illuminated BYD logo.
Inside, a new Oat Beige interior theme joins Deep Sea Blue, Sandy Pink, and Sprout Green options. The cabin is centered around a 12.8-inch HD touchscreen running BYD’s DiLink 150 system with 3D vehicle control and deep-customization navigation.
Technology and Convenience
Standard equipment includes a 360-degree HD panoramic camera, NFC phone-as-key, VTOL mobile power export, front USB-A and USB-C ports, heated side mirrors, and intelligent voice control. New additions include automatic climate control, four-way steering wheel adjustment, six-way power driver’s seat, front seat heating, 50W wireless charging, a glasses storage box (claimed segment-exclusive), split front headrests, and dual-speed wipers with four adjustment levels.
Powertrain
All variants are powered by a 55 kW (74 hp) electric motor producing 135 Nm of torque. Battery options are 30.08 kWh (305 km CLTC range) and 38.88 kWh (405 km CLTC range).
Launch Offers
BYD is supporting the launch with 50% down payment at 18-month 0% financing, a ¥3,000 (~$414) trade-in subsidy applicable to any brand, two years of free cloud services, one year of free in-car data (5GB/month), lifetime powertrain warranty for the first owner on non-commercial vehicles, a 6-year/150,000 km bumper-to-bumper warranty, and free 7 kW home charger installation within two years of delivery for eligible customers.
