BYD SUV pertengahan Sea Lion 7 (Sea Lion 07 di pasaran domestik), sangat laris di pasaran luar negara! Pada hakikatnya, sejak awal tahun ini jualan BYD Sea Lion 07 di pasaran domestik terus menurun. Jumlah jualan terkumpul Januari hingga Mei 2026 hanya 855 unit. Melihat pasaran Korea, hanya dalam setengah tahun pertama sahaja telah terjual 4,477 unit, perbezaannya mengejutkan — jualan kereta ini di Korea jauh melebihi tanah air China.

Sebab itu, Sea Lion 7 menduduki kedudukan ke-7 dalam jualan kereta import di Korea pada setengah tahun pertama tahun ini; pasaran Australia menjual 4,730 unit, prestasi jualan hampir sama dengan Korea; pasaran Malaysia mencapai jualan sebanyak 4,454 unit. Selepas BYD melihat maklum balas pasaran domestik yang rendah, mereka merancang untuk menghentikan pengeluaran Sea Lion 7 untuk pasaran domestik China, memfokuskan kapasiti untuk memenuhi pesanan eksport global.

Tahun 2026 setengah tahun pertama jumlah jualan keseluruhan BYD di pasaran Korea mencecah 11,675 unit. Kereta kecil hatchback Dolphin terjual 4,511 unit, bersama jualan Sea Lion 7, membantu BYD menaiki tangga jualan jenama kenderaan import Korea ke kedudukan keempat. Namun industri meramal, baru-baru ini beberapa model telah dikeluarkan daripada senarai subsidi EV kerajaan Korea, pertumbuhan jualan susulan mungkin akan menghadapi halangan.

Untuk menghadapi situasi ini, BYD melancarkan skema sokongan pelanggan, mengeluarkan subsidi pembelian sendiri yang setara dengan piawaian subsidi kerajaan asal. Piawaian subsidi: Membeli Sea Lion 7 mendapat subsidi 1.52 juta Won Korea (6,887 Yuan China), Atto 3 (Yuan PLUS) mendapat subsidi 1.26 juta Won Korea (5,708 Yuan China), Dolphin mendapat subsidi 1.09 juta Won Korea (4,938 Yuan China).

BYD melancarkan subsidi tinggi sendiri adalah untuk mengekalkan jualan pasaran Korea yang semakin meningkat pada masa ini. Pada awal tahun 2025, apabila BYD baru memasuki pasaran Korea, subsidi jenama telah diberikan di kawasan di mana kuota subsidi kerajaan tempatan telah habis, berpelbagai cara untuk menarik jualan. Jenama kenderaan elektrik Polestar juga pernah mengeluarkan dasar serupa, menyediakan subsidi jenama sendiri untuk model yang tidak layak menerima subsidi kerajaan.

Menurut sumber, dasar subsidi sendiri ini dirancang hanya untuk Julai sahaja, sama ada dilanjutkan atau tidak akan ditentukan selepas berunding dengan ibu pejabat BYD. Dalam keadaan tidak menguntungkan kehilangan subsidi kerajaan, sama ada BYD dapat bergantung pada subsidi sendiri untuk menstabilkan pertumbuhan jualan, telah menjadi tumpuan utama industri automotif.

The competition in the 150,000 RMB class pure electric compact SUV market is fierce, with both the Deepal S05 and Sea Lion 05 EV being highly sought-after models. Both models have similar positioning, focusing on urban commuting and family travel, with unique features in range, battery, space, intelligence, and market reputation. Combining official vehicle parameters and market performance, this article conducts a multi-dimensional objective comparison of the two vehicles, helping consumers clearly understand the differences between them and rationally choose the ride that suits them.

Market Sales and Global Recognition Comparison

For family vehicles, market sales and user recognition are a direct reflection of the product's comprehensive strength. Since its launch, the Deepal S05 has shown a bright market performance. As of now, global cumulative sales have exceeded 220,000 units, maintaining a monthly average sales volume of over 10,000 units for a long time. Among them, domestic monthly sales in March 2026 reached 16,881 units, topping the list of domestic new energy compact SUV sales for that month. The global sales figure at the same time was 17,586 units, with simultaneous hot sales in domestic and overseas markets. Currently, the Deepal S05 has been deployed in more than 70 countries and regions, receiving positive reviews in Europe, Southeast Asia, South America, and other regions, taking the first place in compact pure electric SUV registrations in Spain for two consecutive months. Orders in overseas markets such as Pakistan and Thailand have performed outstandingly, making it a truly global model.

The Sea Lion 05 EV relies on brand accumulation, having a stable consumer group in the domestic market, but overall sales performance is relatively stable. Domestic sales of this vehicle in April 2026 were 5,140 units, rising slightly to 6,416 units in May. It ranks relatively low on the compact SUV list and has not yet formed a hit status. The vehicle's main market is concentrated domestically, with limited overseas deployment and weak global influence. Overall, the Deepal S05 has more prominent advantages in sales scale, market coverage, and global user recognition.

Range and Charging System Comparison

Driving range and charging efficiency are core indicators closely monitored by pure electric vehicle owners. Both models have been tailored for daily commuting and long-distance travel. The Deepal S05 CLTC pure electric range reaches 620km, coupled with multiple energy-saving technologies to optimize range performance. The vehicle is equipped with a heat pump air conditioning system, which can improve range by more than 20 kilometers compared to traditional air conditioners; the active front grille can optimize wind resistance, further enhancing high-speed range capability. This vehicle comes standard with 3C supercharging function globally, charging from 30% to 80% takes only 15 minutes, replenishing more than 300 kilometers of range in a short time, meeting emergency charging needs. At the same time, the vehicle is equipped with the world's first micro-core high-frequency pulse heating technology. In a -30°C low-temperature environment, it can improve battery activity, alleviate winter range attenuation issues, and provide better low-temperature travel stability.

The Sea Lion 05 EV offers two CLTC range versions of 540km and 630km, with a range interval similar to the Deepal S05. This model features 5C flash charging technology. Official data shows that under normal temperature conditions, 10%-70% charge takes only 5 minutes, giving the charging speed certain characteristics. However, it has fewer technical configurations for low-temperature adaptation. Facing severe northern cold weather, battery charging and discharging efficiency will be affected. In daily commuting scenarios, both models can achieve about one charge per week, basically saying goodbye to commuting range anxiety; but in long-term use in low-temperature regions, the Deepal S05's temperature control technology can bring a more stable range experience.

Battery Safety and Core Power Technology Comparison

Battery safety is the bottom line for pure electric vehicles. Both models adopt industry mainstream safe battery solutions, with technical routes having different focuses. The Deepal S05 is fully equipped with CATL cells and matched with the Golden Bell Battery Technology. Currently, this battery solution has achieved zero spontaneous combustion records. The battery offers two capacity versions: 56.1kWh and 68.8kWh, with a charging and discharging conversion rate reaching 95%, higher than the industry average. At the same time, the vehicle has passed NESTA six-dimensional electric safety certification, new national standard safety battery testing, equipped with integrated coupled battery structure, anti-scratch bottom beam and other physical protection designs, building a multi-layer battery safety system. In terms of power, it is equipped with the Yuan Li Super Integrated E-drive, where the e-drive weight is lightened to 75kg, excellent comprehensive efficiency performance, balancing power output and energy consumption control.

The Sea Lion 05 EV is fully equipped with the second-generation Blade Battery, adopting CTB battery-body integrated technology, relying on the brand's mature battery technology to ensure basic safety. Battery capacity is divided into two versions: 57.55kWh and 68.55kWh. The chassis is equipped with DiSus-C intelligent damping body control system and iTAC2.0 intelligent torque control system, providing certain support for driving comfort and body stability. Overall, the Deepal S05 is more comprehensive in battery brand, low-temperature battery technology, and multiple safety certifications; the Sea Lion 05 EV has its own characteristics in chassis electronic control configuration, and both safety levels are at the mainstream level of the same class.

Intelligent Configuration and Driving Comfort Configuration Comparison

Intelligent interaction and comfort configurations determine the daily driving texture. The configuration orientation of the two models differs significantly. The Deepal S05 is equipped with the DEEPAL OS 3.1 infotainment system, equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, ensuring smooth operation; the 15.4-inch 2.5K Sunflower central control screen supports left-right rotation, matched with a 50-inch AR-HUD and 14-speaker surround sound system, offering rich audio-visual and interaction experiences. The lighting system is a million-pixel smart fun light projection headlight, combining projection entertainment with multiple driving assistance functions. In terms of driving assistance, the DEEPAL AD PRO driving assistance system comes standard on all models, adopting a 5R 5V 12U hardware solution. Functions such as highway pilot, automatic parking, and track reversing are complete, with parking efficiency superior to the same class. In terms of comfort configurations, it is equipped with a passenger-side zero-gravity seat unique to the class, supporting 14-way electric adjustment and 8-point massage, with outstanding seating comfort.

The Sea Lion 05 EV is equipped with a 15.6-inch central control screen. The infotainment system function leans towards practicality, with fewer lighting and audio-visual entertainment expansion functions. Driving assistance configurations vary significantly by version; entry-level models lack high-order intelligent driving functions, while high-end versions support conventional intelligent driving assistance. The DiSus-C system equipped on the chassis is its core highlight, which can adjust suspension hardness and softness in real-time, optimizing filtering effects. Seat functions focus on basic electric adjustment, without high-end comfort configurations such as zero-gravity seats and seat massage. Overall, the Deepal S05 has more comprehensive configurations in intelligent entertainment, full-stack driving assistance, and high-end comfort seats; the Sea Lion 05 EV's advantage lies in chassis tuning and basic practical configurations.

Comparing across five major dimensions: comprehensive sales reputation, range charging, battery safety, space, and intelligent comfort, both the Deepal S05 and Sea Lion 05 EV are reliable pure electric compact SUVs in the 150,000 RMB class, capable of meeting basic driving needs such as daily commuting and short-distance trips for ordinary families. The Sea Lion 05 EV, relying on flash charging technology, DiSus-C chassis, and large-size trunk, is suitable for users who value charging speed and prefer traditional chassis texture.

While the Deepal S05, relying on its globally hot-selling market reputation, stable low-temperature range capability, CATL battery with multiple safety protections, spacious seating space brought by cross-level wheelbase, rich intelligent entertainment and high-end comfort configurations, has a more balanced and comprehensive product power. Whether it is daily urban commuting, multi-person family travel, or occasional cross-city long-distance and outdoor camping, the Deepal S05 can provide a more worry-free, comfortable, and diverse driving experience. For family users pursuing comprehensive quality, spatial practicality, and full-scenario travel, it is a more suitable choice.

1. Total number of electric vehicle charging infrastructure (charging guns) in China exceeds 21 million

According to data from the national charging facility monitoring and service platform, as of the end of April 2026, the total number of electric vehicle charging infrastructure (charging guns) in China reached 21.955 million, a year-on-year increase of 47.4%. Among them, public charging infrastructure (charging guns) totaled 4.907 million, a year-on-year increase of 29.6%, with a total rated power of 237 million kilowatts and an average power of approximately 48.38 kilowatts; private charging infrastructure (charging guns) totaled 17.048 million, a year-on-year increase of 53.5%, with a declared electricity capacity of 149 million kilovolt-amperes.

2. Concerns over the overweight trend in new energy vehicles

When "large refrigerators, large TVs, and large sofas" become standard equipment, when new energy vehicle companies use "upgraded dimensions" as a selling point, Chinese consumers seem to have already accepted a fact: new cars are getting bigger and heavier. MIIT data shows that in 2024, the average curb weight of new passenger cars in China reached 1,704 kilograms, while in 2012 this figure was only 1,312 kilograms. In just 12 years, an ordinary family car has been forced to "gain" nearly 400 kilograms in weight. What is more worrying is that the speed of vehicle weight gain is accelerating: the weight gain from 2020 to 2024 exceeds the total weight gain from 2012 to 2020. This is even more pronounced in new energy vehicles, with average curb weights often exceeding 2 tons. In 2024, Li Auto and Seres both exceeded 2.4 tons, Nio exceeded 2.2 tons, and XPeng exceeded 2 tons.

Although 2025 latest data has not yet been released, looking at the emerging trends, the "weight gain" of new cars is not optimistic. Recently, two Zunjie models landed in the MIIT, both with total mass exceeding 3 tons, with the Zunjie V800 reaching 3.8 tons—heavier than a light truck. "This change can be attributed to the expansion of body dimensions caused by consumers' pursuit of large SUVs, the battery weight expansion driven by the pursuit of long range in new energy vehicles, and the excessive stacking of configurations such as refrigerators, TVs, and multi-functional ultra-luxury seats," Professor Han Zhiyu of the School of Automotive Studies at Tongji University stated in an interview with the media. With the rapid improvement of new energy vehicle penetration rates, the phenomenon of automotive "obesity" is becoming increasingly prominent. During interviews, the reporter found that industry insiders generally call for regulatory measures on the phenomenon of vehicle "weight gain". Multiple interviewees confirmed that relevant regulatory departments have begun to discuss a reform of the automobile tax system based on vehicle weight.

3. Japanese cars hit hard by the US

Once the financial reports came out, Japanese car manufacturers fell silent. Under the combined influence of multiple unfavorable factors, profits for the seven major Japanese car companies—Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Suzuki, Mazda, Subaru, and Mitsubishi—shrunk significantly. Net profit for the 2026 fiscal year (April 2026-March 2027) is expected to be half of that of the 2023 fiscal year (April 2023-March 2024), which was the historical peak. Even Toyota, which once made a fortune in the global auto market, is experiencing a difficult situation of declining profits for consecutive years. Sales increased by 5.5%, but net profit fell by 19.2%, and operating profit dropped by 21.5%. Honda's operating loss reached 414.3 billion yen, marking the first annual loss in nearly 70 years since listing.

Interestingly, the two core external factors leading to the significant profit shrinkage of Japanese car companies are related to the United States. First, the US-Iran conflict caused shipping blockage in the Strait of Hormuz. Second, the high tariffs imposed by the US Trump government acted like two shackles, squeezing from both sides and continuously pressuring, tightly locking down the global supply chain and profit system of Japanese automobiles. On one side is the brute-force harvesting of trade protectionism, on the other is the indiscriminate impact of the geopolitical storm. Japanese car companies are struggling to move within these two whirlwinds.

4. SAIC Group overall vehicle production and sales about to break 100 million

SAIC Group announced that at the end of this month, it will welcome the delivery of the 100 millionth global user, becoming the first automotive group in China's automotive history to accumulate production and sales exceeding 100 million vehicles. The predecessor of SAIC can be traced back to the Shanghai Internal Combustion Engine Parts Manufacturing Company in 1955. The first Phoenix brand sedan was produced in 1958, the first domestic Santana was assembled in 1983, and the world's first Internet car was launched in 2015. Currently, SAIC's products and services cover over 170 countries and regions, with cumulative overseas deliveries exceeding 7 million vehicles. It has built four major manufacturing and production centers in Thailand, Indonesia, India, and Pakistan, as well as three major research and innovation centers including London.

5. 2026 Model Sea Lion 06 DM-i Starts at 129,900 Yuan

The 2026 BYD Sea Lion 06 DM-i has officially launched. The official guide price for the 4 configurations is 129,900 to 159,900 yuan. The new model made adjustments to appearance and interior details, adding Luguang Silver exterior and Muse Blue interior color schemes, making the style more minimalist and fashionable. In terms of comfort configuration, features such as seat massage, passenger leg rest, and in-car fragrance have been added, further optimizing the driving experience.

Intelligent configuration also advances in sync, supporting the optional selection of God's Eye B Auxiliary Driving Laser Version, providing urban leading assistance, highway leading assistance, and full-scenario detour yielding functions. In terms of chassis, the YunNian-C Intelligent Damping Control System has been added, with a new road surface preview function. Range capability is also a highlight of this model change, with CLTC pure electric range breaking through a maximum of 300 km.

6. Suspected Leapmotor C16 Long Wheelbase Version Spy Photos Exposed

Recently, a set of spy photos of a suspected Leapmotor C16 Long Wheelbase Version road test were released on the internet. The test vehicle was wrapped in tight camouflage stickers, but the body outline and some details already revealed many clues. The front face design is consistent with the new C16, the wheelbase and third-row body area are significantly lengthened, and the rear overhang size is greatly increased, effectively improving third-row seating space.

Coinciding with Leapmotor Auto about to launch the new C16, industry insiders speculate that the possibility of launching a long-wheelbase version simultaneously is relatively high. Although the spy photos did not display interior details, combining Leapmotor C16's product positioning and new model planning, the long-wheelbase version is expected to continue the core configuration of the current model and may further improve comfort.

7. Ferrari's First Electric Vehicle Debut

Amidst European and American car companies reducing their EV transformation efforts, luxury sports car brand Ferrari, the European company with the highest market value, officially launched its first pure electric vehicle — Luce (meaning "Light" in Italian), with a starting price of 550,000 Euros, approximately 4.34 million RMB. To boost market expectations, Ferrari specially invited Apple legendary designer Jonathan Ive and his founded LoveFrom design agency to participate in the design. Without unexpected issues, this car is covered with iPhone's iconic Corning Glass, and the entire upper part of the body and interior such as the central control appear with large-area glass elements.

This car is also Ferrari's first 5-seat model, adopting a hatchback body design. The interior retains the traditional steering wheel, knobs, and switches, as well as the central console characterized by glass design. Although the whole vehicle is over 5 meters long, this electric vehicle can still complete 0 to 60 mph acceleration in less than 2.5 seconds, with a top speed exceeding 192 mph. As a sacrifice for performance, even with the 122 kWh battery pack equipped with 800V electrical architecture, the Luce's full-charge range is only 330 miles.