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According to NSC Total, the electric SUV BYD Sealion 7 was presented by DVA BYD in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, for R$ 339,990, with 360 km of range, 82.5 kWh Blade battery, recharge up to 80% in 30 minutes, and a version withdrawn from the line in China before Brazilian exports.
The electric SUV BYD Sealion 7 arrived in Santa Catarina with a price of R$ 339,990 and a presentation made by the dealership DVA BYD, in Florianópolis. The model appears as a premium vehicle from the Chinese automaker, with almost five meters in length, Blade battery, and a proposal to compete among high-end electric vehicles in Brazil.
The information was published by NSC Total on July 10, 2026, with an update on July 11, 2026. According to the source, the presentation in Florianópolis featured the commercial director of DVA BYD, Gustavo Raccioppi, the marketing manager Elisa Soldateli Toniolo, and the general sales manager Jânio Célio do Santos.
Sealion 7 was presented in Florianópolis
DVA BYD of Florianópolis presented the Sealion 7 as the top-of-the-line car of the Chinese automaker in the Brazilian market. The model is 4.83 meters long, 2.18 meters wide, and 1.62 meters high, dimensions that place the vehicle among large electric SUVs.
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According to NSC Total, the event has already recorded the sale of one unit to a consumer from Greater Florianópolis. The arrival of the model in Santa Catarina draws attention for combining a high price, strong performance, and a curious export strategy by BYD.
Price of R$ 339,990 targets premium audience
The consumer price reported by the article is R$ 339,990. This price positions the Sealion 7 in a range of premium electric SUVs, aimed at buyers seeking embedded technology, performance, and autonomy within a 100% electric model.
The source describes the vehicle as a “big car” of almost five meters, but the most relevant data for the reader is commercial: it is an electric SUV from BYD placed above more accessible models, focusing on consumers who are already considering higher-value electric cars.
Acceleration reaches 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds
One of the numbers that draws the most attention in the Sealion 7 is the acceleration. According to NSC Total, the model goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, performance that brings the SUV closer to sports cars in quick response.
This result is linked to the torque of electric cars, cited by Gustavo Raccioppi as one of the features that make driving stronger and quieter. In practice, the performance becomes one of the model’s technical arguments, along with autonomy, battery, and fast charging.
Blade Battery allows up to 360 km of autonomy
The Sealion 7 is equipped with an 82.5 kWh Blade LFP battery. According to the article, the SUV offers autonomy of up to 360 km in the PBEV cycle, a measure used in Brazil for evaluating the consumption and range of electrified vehicles.
Charging also stands out. With an ultra-fast charger, the model can reach 80% charge in 30 minutes, according to the source. This point is decisive for those comparing electric vehicles, because autonomy and charging time still weigh in the purchase decision.
V2L function transforms car into a power source
Another feature mentioned by NSC Total is the V2L function, which allows using the vehicle as a mobile power source. The technology can supply a home in case of a power outage or power some necessary lighting.
This function extends the use of the car beyond commuting. Instead of being just a means of transportation, BYD’s electric SUV also functions as an energy reserve in specific situations, as long as it is within the system’s technical conditions.
100% Electric Version Discontinued in China
A detail that caught attention in the report is that this 100% electric version has already been discontinued in the Chinese market. According to the source, Chinese consumers preferred plug-in hybrid versions of this model.
Therefore, the vehicle is being directed towards exports, where there are more consumers interested in 100% electric premium cars. This move shows a common strategy among Chinese automakers: adjusting the local portfolio and sending certain versions to external markets.
Design Follows BYD’s Ocean Series
The Sealion 7 follows the aesthetics of the Ocean Series, BYD’s visual line inspired by elements related to the sea. The model was presented in black, white, and gray colors, with fluid lines, robust proportions, and 20-inch sporty wheels.
The report also mentions Michelin Pilot Sport EV tires and Full LED signature on the headlights and taillights. The visual set includes taillights that mimic water droplets, reinforcing the aesthetic language chosen by the brand for this line of vehicles.
Brazilian Market Seeks Higher Value Electrics
According to Gustavo Raccioppi, one of the motivations for Brazilian consumers to adopt electric cars is the cost of refueling, considered more affordable compared to gasoline or diesel. He also stated that the appreciation of used electric cars is similar to that of combustion cars.
The statement helps to contextualize the arrival of the Sealion 7. Even at a high price range, the model tries to rely on arguments such as silence, strong torque, recharging cost, and the absence of local pollutant emissions during use.
Santa Catarina Enters the Route of Electric Launches
The presentation of BYD’s electric SUV in Florianópolis shows how Santa Catarina has also entered the route of automotive launches related to electrification. The arrival of the model involves a local dealership, press, potential customers, and a national strategy by the automaker.
The case also reinforces the competition for premium vehicle consumers in Brazil. The Sealion 7 arrives with a high price, strong performance, and the unusual detail of having been discontinued in China before gaining space in export markets.
What this launch reveals about the market
The Sealion 7 poses an interesting question for the Brazilian market: does the national consumer want more pure electric SUVs or still prefer hybrid models, as happened with part of the Chinese audience mentioned in the report? The answer could influence new launches in the coming years.
The arrival of BYD’s electric SUV in Santa Catarina also shows that price, range, charging, and model origin need to be analyzed together. Would you buy a premium electric vehicle discontinued in China but directed for export, or would you wait for a new generation of the model? Leave your opinion in the comments.
