There is no single "best" BYD electric SUV for export — the right choice depends on budget, seating needs, and whether your market can support a full battery-electric drivetrain or needs the flexibility of a plug-in hybrid. Below is a direct comparison of five new BYD SUVs across segment, range, price, and the buyer profile each one fits best, based on current factory specifications.

Quick comparison

  • Yuan UP — compact SUV (value tier) — 401 km CLTC — ¥79,800-99,800 (~$11,083-$13,861 FOB) — FWD single motor — MOQ 5
  • Seal U — compact SUV — 550 km — ¥137,800-179,800 (~$19,139-$24,972 FOB) — FWD — MOQ 5
  • Sealion 6 — compact SUV, EV or PHEV — 505 km — ¥139,800-169,800 (~$19,417-$23,583 FOB) — FWD or DM-i hybrid — MOQ 5
  • Sealion 7 — mid-size SUV coupe — 616 km — ¥189,800-269,800 (~$26,361-$37,472 FOB) — AWD — MOQ 5
  • Tang EV — full-size 7-seat SUV — 505 km — ¥239,800-279,800 (~$33,306-$38,861 FOB) — AWD — MOQ 5

Lowest entry price: Yuan UP

If the export priority is landing an electric SUV at the lowest possible factory price, the Yuan UP is the clear choice. At ¥79,800-99,800, it undercuts every other SUV in this comparison by a wide margin, trading some range and a smaller battery for a price point that competes directly against combustion compact SUVs. It suits distributors targeting first-time EV buyers or fleets replacing budget combustion SUVs on a tight capital budget.

Best balance of range and price: Seal U and Sealion 6

Both the Seal U and Sealion 6 sit in the same compact SUV segment with similar 71.8 kWh batteries and near-identical pricing bands. The practical difference is drivetrain flexibility: the Sealion 6 is offered in both full battery-electric and DM-i plug-in hybrid form, which makes it the better fit for markets with inconsistent charging infrastructure, while the Seal U is FWD-only battery-electric with a slightly higher top-end range at 550 km. Buyers choosing between the two should base the decision on whether their market can reliably support daily EV charging — if not, the Sealion 6's PHEV option removes that risk entirely.

Longest range and sportiest layout: Sealion 7

The Sealion 7 is BYD's mid-size SUV coupe, with the longest range in this comparison at 616 km and full AWD as standard. It is priced above the compact SUVs but below the Tang EV, positioning it for buyers who want SUV height and cargo space with sedan-like handling and styling. This is the model export buyers most often request when a customer specifically wants range above 600 km without stepping up to the larger, pricier Tang EV.

Largest and most capable: Tang EV

The Tang EV is the only full-size, 7-seat SUV in this lineup, built for buyers who need three-row seating rather than outright range or price efficiency. At ¥239,800-279,800, it is the most expensive model in this comparison, and its 505 km range is actually lower than the Sealion 7's despite the larger 86.4 kWh battery, reflecting the weight and size of a 7-seat body. It fits family-oriented import markets and premium fleet buyers who specifically need three rows and are less price-sensitive.

How to choose

  • Lowest price point and entry-level fleet or retail buyers: Yuan UP
  • Best value with charging-infrastructure flexibility: Sealion 6 (choose the DM-i hybrid variant if charging access is inconsistent)
  • Longest single-charge range in a mid-size body: Sealion 7
  • Three-row seating and maximum interior space: Tang EV
  • Straightforward compact SUV with strong range: Seal U

All five models carry the same manufacturer coverage: a 6-year or 150,000 km vehicle warranty and an 8-year or 150,000 km Blade Battery warranty, and all are available in both left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive builds for export. Landed cost for any of these models is calculated from the FOB price plus a fixed $1,450 freight allowance, insurance at 1.1% of FOB, destination import duty on CIF value, destination VAT on CIF plus duty, and a fixed $650 clearance fee — the total varies by destination country, so we prepare a country-specific quote for every inquiry.

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