BYD launches Sealion 7 EV in India, deliveries to begin in March

BYD on Saturday launched its electric multi-purpose vehicle Sirion 7 in India, as the Chinese automaker aims to expand its market share in the country’s emerging segment.

The company did not disclose pricing details as it has started accepting reservations for the vehicle at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 to be held in New Delhi.

Deliveries are expected to begin in March, said Shriran Joshi, head of domestic sales for electric passenger cars in India. He said there are two variations of this model.

“The range on a full charge and full tank is 1,092km,” said Rajeev Chauhan, Head of Electric Passenger Vehicles, BYD India.

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Chauhan said the company aims to increase the number of dealers by 40 by the end of this month. Currently, BYD has four products in India including two variants: E Max 7, Seal, and Atto3.

Chinese automakers will compete with local giants Maruti Suzuki India and Tata Motors, as well as Asian rival SAIC Motor Corporation’s Indian joint venture. As India, the world’s third-largest greenhouse gas emitter, seeks to decarbonize its economy, automakers are strengthening their EV lineups in India.

BYD has been operating in the country since 2007 and currently employs more than 3,000 people. The company’s EV plans come as China makes it difficult for skilled staff and specialized equipment needed in India and Southeast Asia to leave its borders.

The Chinese government wants to limit the transfer of advanced technology for EV manufacturing, and officials told automakers in a meeting last year that they should not make auto-related investments in India, Bloomberg reported. News previously reported.

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