BYD is in the midst of a massive new product onslaught in Australia, moving into new segments across the board.

In addition to adding a teeny electric city hatchback, and large and luxurious plug-in hybrid (PHEV) off-road SUVs under the new Denza brand, the Chinese automaker is also looking to bring PHEV power to more Australian families – specifically those with two or more kids.

Enter the 2026 BYD Sealion 8 , the brand's first seven-seat SUV in Australia, which is poised to compete with the likes of the Hyundai Santa Fe , Kia Sorento and Toyota Kluger .

In typical fashion, the Chinese electrified vehicle specialist is drip-feeding information. So for now, we're not quite clear on how much the Sealion 8 will cost when it arrives in local showrooms early next year.

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