Update 12/19: New photos of the camouflaged prototype have surfaced online, showcasing its muscular stance, haphazard camouflage, and unfinished bodywork from various angles. Check them out below.

Remember when Chinese automakers were known for making knockoff versions of Western cars with all the structural integrity of a soda can? Well, those days are officially dead. BYD, the company that’s already entered the world of supercars with the YangWang U9 capable of jumping (literally) and doing zero-to-sixty in sub-two seconds has now decided to give the world one more reason to side-eye Stuttgart: a Denza-branded electric sports car rumored to launch in 2025.

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The teaser comes in the form of a camouflaged prototype that was spotted in China on a flatbed truck. The blurry Weibo snapshot shows a coupe with classic sports car proportions but missing vital bits like the headlights and rear bumper, which either weren’t ready or BYD decided to keep them a surprise. Think of it as a sneak peek at your dream car before it puts its pants on.

A BYD Sports Car? Blame Wolfgang Egger

Now, if you’re wondering who’s responsible for BYD’s glow-up from “budget EVs” to “supercar contender,” point your finger squarely at Wolfgang Egger. This is the guy who’s worked at Audi, Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo, and basically every design studio with a leather couch and espresso machine.

Egger reportedly put his stamp on the concept car that inspired this prototype: the Fang Cheng Bao Super 9, a two-door coupe unveiled in April 2024. Think of it as the sports car you’d design if you had a portfolio full of Italian exotics and a mandate to beat Tesla. And yes, BYD seriously needs to rethink its naming strategy, as “Fang Cheng Bao Super 9” sounds less like a sports car and more like the combo platter you regret ordering at 3 am.

Of course, BYD isn’t stopping at just one version. Rumor has it a roadster variant is also on the way, that’ll look more similar to the speedster concept.

BYD didn’t reveal much in the way of technical details during the concept’s presentation, aside from confirming its fully electric nature. However, Car News China speculates that the production version could borrow the tri-motor powertrain from the Denza Z9. With a combined output of 952 hp (710 kW / 965 PS), this setup promises some seriously impressive performance.

Europe, You’re Next

What makes things more interesting is that the Denza-badged sports car won’t be exclusively available in China, as it could also be offered in Europe. Denza will make its debut in the Old Continent with the Z9 GT in 2025, and the electric sports car sounds like a great option for expanding its lineup.

The EV is expected to debut at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show in April, exactly one year after the concept. As reported by local media Autohome, pricing could start from around ¥300,000 (equal to around $41,200) in China, making it significantly more affordable than any variant of the Porsche 911 despite offering high levels of performance.

Photos: Weibo

BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao brand is adding another model to its growing line-up and this one might be the most compelling of them all. It’s dubbed the Titanium 3 and was previewed earlier in the year when it was known simply as the Bao 3. It will be sold alongside the larger Bao 5 and Bao 8 models.

Photos from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology reveal the small SUV has a rather rugged and flamboyant design. The front end has headlights that remind us of the current Honda Ridgeline and a blacked-out central area where a grille would ordinarily sit. However, as the 3 is all-electric, it doesn’t need a grille anyway.

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BYD’s designers have gone to town on the sides of the Titanium 3, crafting bulbous front and rear wheel arches that stretch into the front and rear doors, giving the SUV plenty of character. A set of black fender flares also stand out, as do the handful of different 18-inch and 19-inch wheels that will be available.

The rear is perhaps even more unique than the front. LED taillights come standard, and there’s a large storage box on the tailgate, but as it’s square, it doesn’t actually carry a spare wheel and might be used for carrying charging cables or other goodies. Like the front bumper, the rear one is finished in black plastic.

Powering the new Fang Cheng Bao will be BYD’s lithium-iron-phosphate Blade batteries. Power will come from a front-mounted 148 hp (110 kW) electric motor and a 268 hp (200 kW) one at the rear axle. There’s no word on how quickly the 3 will accelerate, but it has a quoted top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h).

Chinese data reveals the Titanium 3 measures 4,605 mm (181 inches) long, 1,900 mm (74.8 inches) wide, and stands 1,720 mm (67.7 inches) tall, with a 2,745 mm (108-inch) wheelbase. It tips the scales at 2,170 kg (4,784 lbs) and, as mentioned, will offer 18- and 19-inch wheels clad in 235/60 and 245/50 tires. It can also be optioned with a large storage box on the roof to carry a drone.

BYD’s ongoing global expansion continues, and next year, it will start building the popular Dolphin and Atto 3 EVs in Europe. European carmakers are already petrified of the surging Chinese giant and will soon have to deal with BYD building vehicles in their back yard.

The company is constructing a large production facility in Hungary and according to its European boss, Stella Li, it’ll be ready to ramp up production towards the end of 2025. According to Li, BYD’s initial plans called for the tiny Seagull to be the first model built in Europe, but priorities have shifted, likely because the Dolphin and Atto 3 should sell in higher numbers than the Seagull.

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Speaking with German business magazine Capital, Li noted the ramp-up at the Hungarian plant will take two to three years, and that a third model is next for production on European soil, slotting between the Dolphin and Atto 3. This new model, referred to as the ‘Atto 2’ by Li, is expected to be a rebranded version of the Yuan Up that was shown earlier this year and is already available in China. It’s noticeably smaller than the Atto 3 and has a more rugged and upright design, a bit like the Mercedes-Benz GLB, but smaller. The Seagull will also become the fourth model built at the Hungary plant.

Securing its place in the European market won’t be easy for BYD. The growth in EV sales has slowed across the region throughout much of 2024. In response, BYD is expected to start offering more of its plug-in hybrids in Europe.

In October, Stella Li announced that BYD would build the majority of the EVs it sells locally in Europe following the enforcement of import tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles. BYD is working to establish a new supply chain in Europe, will assemble battery packs in Hungary and Turkey, and will only need to import battery cells from its home country.

BYD is working on a mid-lifecycle update for the Dolphin EV, four years after its debut. The facelifted version of the small electric hatchback is expected sometime next year, with styling upgrades and the addition of a new powertrain option.

Photos of the 2026 BYD Dolphin appeared on the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology website, months ahead of the official unveiling. The highlight is the redesigned headlights that extend on the front fenders, slightly reminiscent of the original Chevrolet Bolt.

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Other changes at the front include the slimmer grille and the smaller bumper intakes. The profile is largely carried over with the exception of new 16-inch and 17-inch wheels. The tail looks familiar, but gains a cleaner design for the bumper and the taillight graphics, bringing it closer to the more recent BYD Seal 06 GT.

According to the MIIT documents, the facelifted EV measures 4,280 mm (168.5 inches) long, 1,770 mm (69.7 inches) wide, and 1,570 mm (61.8 inches) tall, with a 2,700 mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase. This makes it 155 mm (6.1 inches) longer than the Chinese-spec Dolphin that debuted in 2021, and only 10 mm (0.4 inches) shorter than the global-spec version that followed in 2023.

We didn’t get to see the interior, which could gain new tech features and slightly redesigned trim.

The 2026 BYD Dolphin will be available with three different outputs, generating 94 hp (70 kW / 95 PS), 174 hp (130 kW / 177 PS), and 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS) respectively. The least and most powerful versions match the outputs of the current model, but the middle-spec EV is a new addition to the lineup.

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The refreshed Dolphin will be fitted with BYD Blade LFP battery packs. Current battery options in China include 44.93 kWh and 60.48 kWh units, allowing a CTLC range of 420 km (261 miles) and 520 km (323 miles) respectively.

Judging from the fact that BYD showed a slightly refreshed Dolphin lineup in early 2024, the facelifted model will likely reach the local market in mid-to-late 2025. The EV is currently priced between ¥99,800-129,800 ($13,800-17,900) in China, AU$36,890 (US$ 23,600) in Australia, and €36,990 ($38,940) in Netherlands before any local EV subsidies.

BYD was the sixth-largest automaker in the third quarter of this year, selling more new vehicles than Ford for the first time in its history. It may even end the year having sold over 4 million vehicles and could overtake Ford for the entire 2024.

During the July-September period, BYD sold 1.13 million vehicles, representing a 38% increase from the same period last year and making it the most successful quarter ever for the brand. Ford sold approximately 40,000 fewer vehicles over the same period, slipping from the sixth-largest car manufacturer to seventh. Ford was holding on to a narrow lead for the January-September period, having delivered 3.3 million vehicles globally, slightly ahead of the 3.25 billion shipped by BYD.

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BYD is not the only Chinese company giving traditional legacy automakers something to worry about. Sales at Geely jumped 14% through the third quarter after it delivered 820,000 vehicles. That placed it ahead of Nissan and behind Honda in ninth position. China’s third-largest car manufacturer, Chery, also rose to 12^th in the ranking, reporting a 27% rise in sales to 550,000 units.

As Nikkei Asia reports, sales of many brands from Japan, Europe, and the US fell last quarter. For example, Toyota’s sales dropped 4% to 2.73 million, although it still holds a commanding lead over the VW Group which reported a 7% decline in sales to 2.17 million vehicles. Hyundai Motor Group retained its position in third, but its sales also fell, down 3% to 1.77 million units. Things were even worse at Stellantis as its sales plummeted by 20% to 1.14 million.

A surge in sales for brands like BYD is boosting their financials, too. During the third quarter, the carmaker posted revenues of 201 billion yuan, the equivalent of $27.6 billion, higher than Tesla at $25.2 billion.

Electric vehicle price wars in China show no signs of slowing down, and the stakes are rising fast. BYD, the world’s largest producer of electric and electrified vehicles, appears ready to push even harder for market dominance, with reports emerging that it’s pressuring suppliers to cut costs, a strategy that could set off yet another wave of price reductions across the industry

A leaked email from BYD executive vice president He Zhiqi recently surfaced on Chinese social media, revealing the company’s aggressive cost-cutting plans. The email, titled “BYD Passenger Vehicle Cost Reduction Requirements in 2025,” requested a supplier to slash prices by 10% by 2025. He Zhiqi stated in the message, “In order to enhance the competitiveness of BYD passenger cars, we need the entire supply chain to work together and continue to reduce costs.”

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According to the New York Times, BYD confirmed the email’s legitimacy, with a company spokesperson noting that “annual bargaining with suppliers is a common practice in the automotive industry”. They added that BYD frequently puts forward “price reduction targets for suppliers” but insists these are not “mandatory” and can be negotiated.

The Fallout of China’s EV Price Wars

China’s EV price war has been raging for the past two years, forcing smaller carmakers out of the market and driving consolidation among others. The battle has also spurred collaborations between Chinese and Western automakers, as seen in Volkswagen’s recent partnership with Xpeng. Increased competition has kept prices low for consumers but has also heightened pressure on carmakers to find new ways to cut costs and stay afloat.

Despite the turbulence, BYD has so far emerged stronger from the price wars. The company is on track to sell over 3.6 million vehicles by the end of the year, with a Q3 gross margin of 21.9%, which is significantly higher than many rivals. BYD’s revenue during the same quarter even surpassed Tesla’s, solidifying its position as a global powerhouse. If trends continue, BYD could soon overtake legacy automakers like Ford and Honda in annual sales, according to The New York Times.

Tesla and Rivals React

BYD isn’t the only automaker preparing for deeper cuts. For example, SAIC Maxus Automotive recently sent a letter to suppliers asking for a 10% reduction in costs due to the oversupply in the Chinese automotive market. In the letter, the carmaker noted more new car companies are launching and price wars show no signs of stopping.

Meanwhile, Tesla remains one of BYD’s most high-profile competitors in China. Earlier this week, Tesla announced a 4% price cut for its Model Y in the country, slashing roughly $1,400 from its price tag. The move highlights Tesla’s efforts to keep pace with BYD and other Chinese automakers, ensuring it stays competitive in a market that is increasingly dictated by affordability.

BYD makes more EVs than anyone, and it makes them for less money than most Western automakers can comprehend. But there is a cost, and it’s being paid by the workers in its supply chains, according to a new report investigating human rights risks in the EV industry.

Amnesty International’s Recharge for Rights study ranked 13 automakers according to how they address human rights risks in their mineral supply chains. BYD came bottom with a score of just 11 out of a potential 90 points, with Mitsubishi not far behind on 13 points.

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Hyundai (21), Geely and Nissan (22 apiece) came out looking like bad guys but Tesla (49) and top-rated Mercedes (51) performed far better. Not that even Benz’s score was enough to please the Amnesty investigators, who suggest that only a total of 68 points or more shows an adequate commitment to human rights issues.

Although EVs don’t produce tailpipe emissions, their batteries need huge quantities of minerals like lithium, nickel, and cobalt. And while many of us are aware of the environmental damage caused by mining lithium, Amnesty International says the cobalt mining industry is ripe for the abuse of workers, some of whom in countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo, which generates 25 percent of the world’s supply, are children.

BYD was marked down for refusing to reveal the name of the smelter, refiner, and mine that supply its minerals, but Geely, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, and GM were all guilty of a lack of transparency. In contrast, the best-rated brands were able to provide supply-chain mapping.

Human rights score

“As the global transition to electric vehicles gains momentum, drives global competition and allows for huge profit, Amnesty International is calling on all car makers to improve their human rights due diligence efforts and bring them in line with international human rights standards,” said the organization’s Agnès Callamard.

The need for automakers to prove the origins of their batteries’ minerals to be eligible for EV credits has improved transparency, Wired notes. And there are steep fines (and market access restrictions) awaiting companies who flout rules governing supply chain welfare contained in the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive that came into force in Europe this summer.

But Callamard believes there’s more to be done.

“Those lagging behind need to work harder and faster to show that human rights isn’t just a fluff phrase, but an issue they take seriously,” she says. “It’s time to shift gears and ensure electric vehicles don’t leave behind a legacy of human rights abuses – instead, the industry must drive a just energy future that leaves no one behind.”

BYD is back in the news again, this time with its YangWang U9 electric supercar claiming a Nürburgring lap time of 7:17.900 and a headline-grabbing top speed of 391.94 km/h (243.54 mph). The latter earns the U9 the title of the fastest Chinese production car to date. Impressive numbers, no doubt—but as always, the devil is in the details, and on closer inspection, these achievements begin to show their limits.

Good, But Far From Great

Let’s start with the Nürburgring lap time: 7:17.900 is respectable, particularly for a fully electric car. However, in the pantheon of high-performance EVs, the YangWang U9 isn’t exactly rewriting the history books. It’s a full 30 seconds adrift of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra prototype’s blistering 6:46.874 and also lags behind production benchmarks like the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (7:07.55) and the Rimac Nevera (7:05.298).

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The Chinese carmaking giant also shared onboard footage of the fastest lap on social media platforms, hinting that the YangWang U9 may not have been pushed to its full potential. In the video, the EV reaches a maximum of 275 km/h (171 mph) on the German track’s final long straight.

On November 7, the YangWang U9 hit a top speed of 391.94 km/h (243.54 mph) on an oval test track, setting a new record for Chinese production cars. This achievement also places it among the fastest EVs globally, though it still trails behind the Aspark Owl’s impressive 438.7 km/h (272.6 mph) and the Rimac Nevera’s 412 km/h (256 mph).

After reviewing the video of the top-speed run, it’s evident that BYD held back during its lap at the Green Hell. One possible explanation for the driver’s conservative approach could be an unspecified technical issue, though the company has chosen not to elaborate on the matter, leaving room for speculation.

The Chinese supercar is equipped with quad electric motors producing a combined 1,287 hp (1,305 PS) and 1,239 lb-ft (1,680 Nm) of torque. The EV tips the scales at a hefty 2,475 kg (5,456 pounds) and uses an 80 kWh battery pack, which is good for a CLTC range of 289 miles (465 km) on the road.

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BYD’s engineers reportedly spent six months testing the U9 at the Nürburgring, experimenting with a range of setups and tire configurations. Despite this extensive effort, the lap time suggests there’s still room for improvement. At this stage, it’s unclear whether BYD intends to return to the Green Hell for another attempt to shave down its time.

The YangWang U9’s final lap time will be added to the Nürburgring’s official record list once BYD completes several certification processes. According to Chinese media, this delay is due to the fact that the production model has not yet been introduced to the European market. Meanwhile, in China, the YangWang U9 is already available for order, with prices starting at ¥1.68 million ($233,000).

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European tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles took effect on Wednesday, after both sides failed to hammer out a resolution. The new policy slaps import taxes as steep as 45.3% on certain Chinese electric vehicles, a confrontational step that will likely reverberate across the industry.

These tariff hikes have been a long time in the making and came after an exhaustive investigation from the European Commission. Rates vary between companies depending on how cooperative they were with EU authorities. For example, SAIC, the parent company of MG, faces the steepest increase at 35.3%, in addition to the existing 10%. BYD, meanwhile, is absorbing an additional 17% tariff, and Geely’s rates have jumped by 18.8%.

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Just as the new tariffs were enforced, Reuters reports that the Chinese Ministry of Commerce has told local car manufacturers they should pause investment plans in countries that voted in favor of the tariffs.

Unnamed sources say carmakers have been “encouraged” to invest only in countries that voted against the tariffs while remaining prudent about planned investments in countries who abstained from voting. Ten members of the European Union, including France, Poland, and Italy, threw their support behind the import taxes. A further 12 abstained from voting, while five members opposed them. These included Germany, the world’s third-largest economy, and an automotive juggernaut.

The insistence from the Ministry of Commerce to pause investments in countries that approved the hefty taxes could be bad news for Italy and France. Both countries have been feverishly courting Chinese car brands in recent months but voted to approve the tariff hikes. SAIC plans to open a parts center in France before the end of the year, and Italy has spoken with several companies looking to attract investment, including Chery and Dongfeng Motor.

Meanwhile, BYD appears to have played its cards just right. Long before the tariffs were even a rumor, the company committed to building a factory in Hungary, and as fate would have it, Hungary voted against the import taxes. BYD is also rumored to be weighing a shift of its European headquarters from the Netherlands to Hungary—a move that now looks not only shrewd but perhaps prophetic.

Apple spent roughly a decade and $10 billion developing an electric vehicle only to kill off the project earlier this year. It’s now been revealed the technology giant spent many years working with Chinese automaker BYD on advanced long-range batteries that it could use, and while there’s no electric Apple car coming to the market, the work between the two firms did help advance EV battery technology.

The American tech giant and BYD reportedly started to work together in 2017 and built a battery system using lithium iron phosphate cells. It’s claimed that Apple engineers working on the project had expertise in advanced battery packs and heat management, while BYD used its lithium iron phosphate cell skills and manufacturing prowess to make the partnership work.

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Bloomberg reports Apple and BYD collaborated after engineers from the Chinese carmaker showed Apple executives early versions of the Blade battery currently used in its EVs. Apple was impressed and believed it could use the BYD cells with its own in-house battery pack design. Apple thought it could customize and improve the Blade battery to boost an EV’s range and had previously been working on cells using nickel and alkaline.

Neither BYD nor Apple have confirmed their collaboration on battery tech, and while this doesn’t mean they didn’t, BYD insists that the Blade battery technology is its own design.

“The concept for the Blade battery originated with BYD engineers, who independently developed this LFP Blade battery. BYD holds complete property rights and patent rights for the Blade battery,” the carmaker said.

Despite the years of collaboration, Apple eventually walked away from its partnership with BYD and began exploring other options. In early 2021, news broke that Apple had engaged in talks with Hyundai about bringing its long-anticipated self-driving EV to life, but those discussions quickly fizzled out.

Earlier this year, Apple’s top executives officially decided to abandon the electric vehicle project altogether, marking the end of a decade-long effort.

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BYD has announced plans to build the majority of the electric vehicles it sells in Europe locally, while taking a jab at the EU for its import tariffs. Frustrated by the EU’s regulatory landscape, the Chinese automaker is ramping up local production to dodge some of the financial hits. At the same time, BYD is making it clear that it won’t simply absorb the extra costs without fighting back.

The Chinese brand has been slapped with an extra 17% tariff on top of the existing 10% rate for vehicles manufactured in China and exported to Europe. However, while speaking at the Paris Motor Show, BYD executive vice president, Stella Li, noted the brand will produce many components in Europe, assemble battery packs at plants in Hungary and Turkey, and only import battery cells from its home country.

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During an interview with Reuters, Li added that most of the EVs BYD will sell in Europe are going to be built in Hungary. Additionally, it will aim to buy as many parts from European suppliers as possible and other Chinese suppliers currently setting up facilities in Europe.

According to Li, BYD is still deciding whether to pass the cost of the tariffs onto consumers or absorb the hit themselves. She added that, due to the tariffs, they don’t expect to sell cars in Europe for less than €30,000 (~$33,700).

“We disagree a lot on the calculations… it’s not a fair judgement,” she said. “Politicians should stay away from tariffs, adding more cost to auto manufacturing and confusing the auto industry.”

As part of BYD’s strategy in Europe, the Chinese carmaker will make changes to its German business after a disappointing launch in the country. Last year, BYD sold a touch over 4,000 vehicles in Germany, but sales fell to under 1,500 in the first half of 2024. Li says this is because BYD didn’t build the necessary infrastructure correctly and in August, decided to buy German distributor Hedin Electric Mobility to take greater control of sales in the market.

“You will see the change very soon – you will see a lot of BYD cars on the street in Germany,” Li added. BYD clearly expects to make a much bigger splash, whether Germany is ready for it or not.

BYD’s rapid expansion in European markets continues with the Sealion 7, a fully electric SUV and a rival to the Tesla Model Y. Already available in China, the Sealion 7 made its European debut at the 2024 Paris Auto Show, with deliveries starting this month.

This marks the eighth NEV (New Energy Vehicle) in BYD’s European lineup, joining the likes of the Dolphin, Seal, and Seal U in the automaker’s “Ocean Series.” But while BYD is gaining attention with its rapid growth, the question remains: does the Sealion 7 have enough bite to truly challenge Tesla’s dominance?

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First revealed in China last November, the Sealion 7 sticks to BYD’s established design language. The front end shares the Seal U’s headlight styling, but pairs it with sportier bumper intakes, while the rear flaunts a sloping roofline that flows into full-width LED taillights—a nod to the Seal sedan. It’s modern, sure, but there’s nothing groundbreaking here, and if you squint, you might mistake it for a handful of other electric SUVs on the market.

The BYD Sealion 7 rides on the e-Platform 3.0 Evo, which is compatible with single and dual electric motor setups. In Europe, the company will initially offer the high-performance derivative with dual electric motors.

According to BYD, the EV can accelerate from 0-100km/h in 4.5 seconds and supports rapid charging of up to 230kW. The carmaker didn’t announce any power figures for the Euro-market Sealion but the Chinese-spec dual-motor version offers a combined output of 523 hp (390 kW / 530 PS) and a CTLC range of 550 km (342 miles) from an 82.56 kWh BYD Blade battery.

“Our customers have shown a lot of interest in high-performance SUVs,” said BYD’s European Managing Director Michael Shu at the Paris unveiling. “So today, the Sealion 7 comes to Europe.” The SUV is part of BYD’s larger European offensive, with six new models slated to land over the next 14 months.

According to Autocar, UK deliveries of the Sealion 7 will begin by the end of October, with prices starting around £45,000 ($58,807). That puts it head-to-head with the Tesla Model Y, which is priced between £44,990 and £59,990 ($58,806–$78,413) in the UK. Competitive? Perhaps. But the real test will come once the rubber hits the road.

In the future, production of the European BYD Sealion 7 could move to the company’s new facility in Hungary. This would help the automaker sidestep the EU tariffs imposed on Chinese imports. The facility is expected to be up and running by the end of 2025, potentially becoming the production hub for most of BYD’s European offerings.

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