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BYD Sealion 5

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Fuel TypeHybrid
Body TypeMedium SUV
Features

Plug-in hybrids: Range claims tested for 15 of the best on the market

Plug-in hybrid vehicles are growing in popularity in Australia, and while they don’t suit all buyers, they make a lot of sense for those seeking more fuel efficiency. Here we compare the claimed electric driving range of 15 popular models versus what we discovered in testing, as well as a brief overview of each model.

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Wheels’ Fuel Busters Special: Cars to make your $$$ go further at the bowser

Conflict in the Middle East has again thrown fuel usage into sharp relief in Australia, a country still overly dependent on petrol and diesel. But we’re here to help, with Wheels’ fuel buster special…

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Top 10 cheapest medium SUVs you can buy in Australia right now

If you’re in the market for a new SUV to serve the family, but want to keep a lid on expenses, here are the 10 cheapest medium SUVs you can buy in Australia.

News

BYD Sealion 5 updated in China with updated styling and larger battery for more EV range

Key updates have been revealed for the BYD Sealion 5 in China.

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BYD Sealion 05: New-generation model to be revealed at Beijing Auto Show

The current generation of BYD Sealion 05 may be short-lived in Australia with the new model already revealed with both PHEV and EV options.

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Our favourite hybrid medium SUVs to help you save money at the bowser

Despite high fuel prices, mid-size SUVs remain the most popular car segment in Australia. Here are our favourite hybrid models that will save you money.

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Cars that will significantly reduce your fuel bill NOW

Our rundown of the best new car options to reduce fuel use significantly as Aussies endure record high petrol prices.

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Keen to save fuel? Here are the 10 cheapest hybrid models in Australia

While they still use fuel in some capacity, hybrid cars can also drastically reduce your overall consumption in energy-challenged times. So which are the 10 cheapest hybrids in Australia?

Reviews

2026 BYD Sealion 5 first drive review: Bringing plug-in hybrid tech to a wider audience

The Sealion 5 is BYD’s latest arrival in Australia. With plug-in hybrid technology and sharp pricing, this is the vehicle that is set to take even more market share for the surging brand.

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How BYD plans to further conquer the Aussie car market: ‘We’re faster than any other brand’

Having overtaken Tesla in the Australian new car market when it comes to EV sales, BYD Australia has its eye firmly on further growth, and not just with pure electric vehicles.

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BYD Sealion 5: Pricing for Australia’s most affordable plug-in hybrid SUV revealed

The low entry point signals BYD’s broader push for lower-cost hybrid and electrified models in Australia.

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2026 BYD Sealion 5: Mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV due soon could be cheapest on the market

BYD has confirmed yet another addition to Australia’s new car market, with the affordable Sealion 5 mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV due in early 2026.