{"id":516503,"date":"2026-03-03T18:34:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T18:34:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/516503\/"},"modified":"2026-03-03T18:34:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T18:34:31","slug":"seal-07-ev-launches-song-ultra-ev-and-2026-yangwang-range-open-pre-sales","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/516503\/","title":{"rendered":"Seal 07 EV launches, Song Ultra EV and 2026 Yangwang range open pre-sales"},"content":{"rendered":"

BYD<\/a> has confirmed a major technology launch event for March 5, 2026, marking a significant product offensive across its Dynasty, Ocean, Denza, and Yangwang brands. The event will see the official market launch of the Seal 07 EV and the commencement of pre-sales for the all-new Song Ultra EV and the updated Denza Z9 GT<\/a>, according to Autohome<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Market Context<\/p>\n

BYD reported February 2026 sales<\/a> of 190,190 units, representing a 41% year-on-year decline. The domestic market contraction follows the halving of China\u2019s NEV purchase tax exemption at the start of the year. In the premium segment, Tesla maintained weekly insurance registrations between 14,000 and 19,000 units in late February. BYD\u2019s March 5 event serves as a strategic technical pivot, introducing second-generation Blade Battery technology and \u201cFlash Charging\u201d infrastructure to stimulate demand.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>The Song Ultra EV features a 270 kW motor and 710 km range, targeting the mid-size SUV segment.<\/p>\n

Song Ultra EV and Seal 07 EV<\/p>\n

The Song Ultra EV<\/a> is a new mid-size SUV measuring 4850\/1910\/1670 mm with a 2840 mm wheelbase. Built on the e-Platform 3.0 Evo, it features a 270 kW (362 hp) rear motor and a top speed of 210 km\/h. Two battery options (75.6 kWh and 82.7 kWh) offer CLTC ranges of 620 km and 710 km, respectively.<\/p>\n

The Seal 07 EV<\/a>, launching the same day, measures 4995\/1910\/1495 mm. It is equipped with a 69.07 kWh battery pack and a 240 kW motor, delivering a 705 km CLTC range. It features a roof-mounted LiDAR and is expected to debut BYD\u2019s \u201cGod\u2019s Eye\u201d 5.0 (DiPilot 500) driving suite.<\/p>\n

Denza and Yangwang Updates<\/p>\n

The updated Denza Z9 GT will enter pre-sales with a new single-motor rear-wheel-drive variant. Equipped with a 122.5 kWh battery and a 370 kW motor, it achieves a 1,036 km CLTC range, the longest for a mass-produced EV. Simultaneously, the 2026 Yangwang U7, U8 and U8L will officially launch. The U7 pure electric version features a 150.01 kWh battery, offering a range of up to 1,006 km.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>BYD\u2019s \u201cFlash Charging\u201d stationfeatures a liquid-cooled 1,500 kW peak output system.<\/p>\n

Price<\/p>\n

The Song Ultra EV is expected to be priced near 180,000 yuan (24,840 USD). The Seal 07 EV\u2019s final pricing will be revealed at launch; for reference, the Seal 07 DM-i currently starts at 149,800 yuan (20,670 USD).<\/p>\n

In the premium and luxury segments, the updated Denza Z9 GT, the current model, is priced from\u00a0334,800 to 414,800 yuan (46,210\u201357,250 USD). The 2026 Yangwang U7 is expected to maintain its positioning as a \u201cmillion-yuan class\u201d flagship, with the current model starting at 628,000 yuan (86,670 USD). The Yangwang U8 and U8L off-roaders continue to represent the brand\u2019s ceiling at 1,098,000 yuan (151,530 USD) and 1,280,000 yuan (176,650 USD), respectively.<\/p>\n

Market Positioning<\/p>\n

BYD is deploying its Megawatt Flash Charging 2.0 system, featuring 1,500 kW peak output and 1,000V architecture. The company aims to establish 4,000 such stations by the end of 2026. This infrastructure investment, combined with the Z9 GT and U7\u2019s 1,000 km+ range, aims to reduce range anxiety in the 200,000\u20131,000,000 yuan (27,600\u2013138,010 USD) segment, where competition from Nio and Huawei-backed brands has intensified.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>2026 Yangwang U7, U8 and U8L will officially launch on March 5.<\/p>\n

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