BYD Opens Pre-Orders for Larger, Smarter Seagull EV — SkimNews
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- BYD opens blind pre-orders for the second-generation Seagull EV with six exterior color options, though pricing remains undisclosed.
- BYD upgrades the new Seagull to 4,205 mm in length and a 2,650 mm wheelbase, making it 425 mm longer and 150 mm longer in wheelbase than the current model.
- BYD equips the new Seagull with a 95 kW (127 hp) rear-mounted electric motor, up from the 55 kW front-mounted unit in the current version.
- BYD integrates roof-mounted LiDAR and expects to offer its God’s Eye B intelligent driving system, signaling an upgraded ADAS suite in the new model.
- Zhang Zhuo revealed official images of the second-gen Seagull and confirmed on Weibo that pre-orders began Friday, with a launch expected by the end of 2026.
- The new Seagull will feature a redesigned cockpit with a larger infotainment screen, physical controls, ambient lighting, massaging front seats, and no traditional instrument cluster.
Why it matters: The Seagull has already sold over 212,000 units globally through August, ranking as the world’s sixth-best-selling EV. By expanding size, power, and tech in the next generation, BYD strengthens its lead in the ultra-affordable EV segment just as global automakers prepare to enter the sub-$25,000 market.
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