BYD launches Seal 07 EV with second-generation Blade Battery starting at 24,600 USD
BYD officially launched the Seal 07 EV on March 5, 2026, featuring the manufacturer’s new generation Blade Battery and flash-charging technology. The mid-size electric sedan enters the market in two trim levels priced between 169,900 yuan (24,600 USD) and 189,900 yuan (27,500 USD).
The Seal 07 EV utilises a rear-wheel-drive architecture with a 240 kW permanent-magnet synchronous motor. According to MIIT filings, the vehicle is equipped with a 69 kWh battery pack, providing a CLTC cruising range of 705 km. BYD claims the new powertrain maintains energy consumption below 10 kWh per 100 km. The second-generation Blade Battery integration accompanies a new 5.0 version of the “God’s Eye” driving assistance system, which supports city Navigation on ADAS (NOA) across all variants.
Technical Note
While BYD’s second-generation Blade technology has made headlines for its 1,000 km range capability, the Seal 07 EV specifically utilises the Short Blade Battery 2.0 variant. This “Flash” version is engineered for high power throughput rather than maximum energy density. Unlike the Long Blade 2.0, which targets 210 Wh/kg and 1,000+ km ranges for premium flagships, the Short Blade 2.0 features a redesigned internal structure that supports 8C charging and a 16C discharge rate. This hardware configuration enables the Seal 07 EV to utilise BYD’s new 1,500 kW Flash Charging network, adding nearly 400 km of range in just 5 minutes.
Model Variants
| Trim Level | Price (CNY) | Price (USD) | Battery Capacity | Range (CLTC) |
| 705 Honor Edition | 169,900 yuan | 24,600 USD | 69 kWh | 705 km |
| 705 Flagship Edition | 189,900 yuan | 27,500 USD | 69 kWh | 705 km |
The exterior follows the Marine Aesthetics design language. The vehicle measures 4,995 mm in length, 1,910 mm in width, and 1,495 mm in height, sitting on a 2,900 mm wheelbase. Positioning it as a direct competitor to the Xiaomi SU7. For comparison, the Xiaomi SU7 Standard is priced at 215,900 yuan (31,300 USD) and achieved 3,245 registrations in the last week of February 2026. The Seal 07 EV introduction represents a 21.3% lower entry price than the Xiaomi rival.
Interior hardware includes a three-screen “2+1” configuration and a W-HUD head-up display. The cabin features a minimalist gear selector on the steering column, a wireless charging pad, and an integrated heating-and-cooling refrigerator. The hardware suite is supported by a roof-mounted LiDAR unit for the autonomous driving system.
Market Positioning
The Seal 07 EV launch follows BYD’s February 2026 delivery performance of 152,430 NEVs, a 16% increase compared to February 2025. BYD currently targets an annual production capacity of 4.5 million units across its global manufacturing network. The model is scheduled to begin deliveries from the Changzhou plant in late March 2026.
Updated 06/03/2026 21:45 China time
