# The Sealion 08 is the new flagship for BYD's 'Ocean' series of models.

*robotics · news · 2026-04-27 · PerthNow*

## Key points

- BYD's Sealion 08 features a 130.5kWh second-generation LFP 'Blade' battery with ultra-fast charging.
- The Sealion 08 claims an industry-leading 900km range and 4.9-second 0-100km/h acceleration.
- The model will only launch as a fully electric SUV, despite previous hybrid filings.
- BYD's Sealion 08 introduces a nearly two-metre long 'tide gradient' tail-light motif.

**Companies:** BYD
**Countries:** China

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