Overview

BYD Models List 2025: Every BYD Car in the UK and Europe

Complete list of all BYD car models in the UK and Europe in 2025: Dolphin, Atto 3, Seal, Sealion 7, Seal U DM-i, Dolphin Surf, Han, Tang, and more.

Updated 20 May 2025

BYD Models Available in the UK (2025)

BYD’s European lineup has grown significantly since its 2022 entry into the UK market. Here are the models currently sold or confirmed for the UK.

BYD Dolphin

  • Type: Electric hatchback
  • Powertrain: EV
  • Price: From £26,195
  • Range: Up to 265 miles (WLTP, Extended Range)
  • Best for: City and suburban drivers wanting an affordable EV with character

Full BYD Dolphin guide →


BYD Atto 3 / Atto 3 EVO

  • Type: Electric compact SUV
  • Powertrain: EV
  • Price: From £36,490
  • Range: 261 miles (WLTP)
  • Best for: Small families wanting an electric SUV with a distinctive interior

The Atto 3 EVO is a mid-cycle refresh with updated exterior styling and infotainment. Powertrain and battery unchanged.

Full BYD Atto 3 guide →


BYD Seal

  • Type: Electric sedan/saloon
  • Powertrain: EV
  • Price: From £37,695
  • Range: 354 miles (WLTP, RWD)
  • Best for: Driver-focused EV buyers wanting maximum range in a sleek package

Full BYD Seal guide →


BYD Sealion 7

  • Type: Electric family SUV
  • Powertrain: EV
  • Price: From £44,695
  • Range: 323 miles (WLTP, RWD)
  • Best for: Families needing a spacious electric SUV with strong range and fast charging

Full BYD Sealion 7 guide →


BYD Seal U DM-i

  • Type: Plug-in hybrid SUV
  • Powertrain: DM-i (PHEV)
  • Price: From £36,695
  • EV range: ~74 miles
  • Combined range: 400+ miles
  • Best for: Drivers not ready for a full EV who want a long electric range PHEV

Full BYD Seal U DM-i guide →


BYD Dolphin Surf

  • Type: Electric mini SUV
  • Powertrain: EV
  • Price: ~£22,000–£25,000 (expected)
  • Range: ~170–220 miles (expected)
  • Best for: City drivers wanting a compact, affordable EV with SUV styling

Full BYD Dolphin Surf guide →


BYD Models Available in Other European Markets

Some BYD models are sold in continental Europe but not yet confirmed for the UK market.

BYD Han

  • Type: Large electric saloon
  • Powertrain: EV
  • Range: ~400 miles (WLTP)
  • Notes: BYD’s flagship sedan, positioned above the Seal. Available in select European markets.

BYD Tang

  • Type: Large electric SUV
  • Powertrain: EV (also DM-i in some markets)
  • Range: ~270–300 miles (WLTP)
  • Notes: A large, 7-seat electric SUV. Available in some European markets. Not currently sold in the UK.

BYD Seal 6 DM-i

  • Type: Electric/hybrid saloon
  • Powertrain: DM-i
  • Notes: A DM-i version of the Seal body style. Availability in UK/Europe to be confirmed.

BYD Atto 2

  • Type: Compact electric SUV (smaller than Atto 3)
  • Powertrain: EV
  • Notes: Positioned below the Atto 3, aimed at the budget segment. European availability TBC.

BYD Sea Lion 6

  • Type: Large electric SUV
  • Powertrain: EV and DM-i versions
  • Notes: A larger family SUV above the Sealion 7 in size. European introduction expected.

Understanding BYD’s Model Names

BYD has organised its European models around an ocean-themed naming convention:

  • Seal family: Seal (sedan), Seal U (SUV PHEV), Seal 6 (future saloon variant)
  • Sealion family: Sealion 7 (electric SUV)
  • Dolphin family: Dolphin (hatchback), Dolphin Surf (mini SUV)
  • Atto family: Atto 3, Atto 3 EVO (compact SUV)
  • Premium range: Han (large sedan), Tang (large SUV)

BYD Powertrain Types

BYD models in Europe come in two powertrain types:

PowertrainDescriptionModels
EV (Electric Vehicle)100% electric, no petrol engineDolphin, Atto 3, Seal, Sealion 7, Dolphin Surf
DM-i (Plug-in Hybrid)Petrol + large electric battery, AC chargingSeal U DM-i

See our BYD EV vs DM-i guide for more detail.

Which BYD Should You Buy?

NeedRecommended model
Most affordable BYDDolphin Active
Best range on a budgetDolphin Extended
Compact SUVAtto 3
Best overall EVSeal RWD
Family SUVSealion 7
Not ready for full EVSeal U DM-i
City carDolphin Surf

Prices and availability correct at time of writing. Always verify current pricing and model availability with your local BYD dealer.