BYD Sealion 7 Price Hiked in India (Jan 2026): Base Variant Gets Costlier by ₹50,000

BYD India has announced a price revision for its popular electric SUV, the BYD Sealion 7, effective January 2026. While the top-spec model retains its pricing, the entry-level variant sees a hike of ₹50,000.

Here is everything you need to know about the BYD Sealion 7 new price, affected variants, and price protection for existing bookings.

BYD Sealion 7 New Price List (January 2026)

The price increase specifically affects the base Premium variant. The top-tier Performance variant remains unaffected by this revision.

Why the Price Hike?

Automakers often revise pricing at the start of the calendar year due to rising input costs and exchange rate fluctuations. Despite the hike, the Sealion 7 remains a competitive option against rivals like the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and the Volvo EC40.

Price Protection for Early Bookings

BYD India has confirmed a price protection scheme for early adopters. If you booked your BYD Sealion 7 Premium on or before December 31, 2025, the company will honor the previous ex-showroom price of ₹48.90 lakh. The new pricing applies strictly to bookings made from January 1, 2026, onwards.

BYD Sealion 7: Specs and Sales Performance

Since its India launch in February 2025, the Sealion 7 has been a strong performer for the Chinese EV maker, clocking over 2,300 unit sales in less than a year.

• Battery: 82.56kWh battery pack.

• Range: Up to 482km (Premium) and 456km (Performance).

• Performance: The top-spec AWD variant delivers 530hp and can sprint from 0-100 kph rapidly, competing directly with entry-level luxury crossovers like the BMW iX1 and Tesla Model Y.

Conclusion

While the ₹50,000 hike might seem incremental on a ₹50 lakh car, it positions the base variant closer to the ₹50 lakh psychological mark. However, with the Performance variant price remaining stable, buyers seeking AWD capability and higher power get better relative value in 2026.