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BYD electric cars in the UK
Be EV Wise lists BYD models that can be bought new in the UK: 7 pure EV versions. Guide prices in our list run from £18,650 (BYD Dolphin Surf 30 kWh Active) to £46,990 (BYD Sealion 7 82.5 kWh RWD).
BYD models at a glance
| Model | Type | Body, seats | Guide price | Range | Battery | Rapid charging | Boot | Grant | Brand warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atto 2 64.8 kWh | Pure EV | SUV, 5 | £34,975 | about 210 mi | 64.8 kWh, LFP | up to 100 kW | 450 L | Not listed | 6 years |
| Atto 3 Evo RWD 74.8 kWh | Pure EV | SUV, 5 | £38,990 | about 250 mi | 74.8 kWh, LFP | up to 130 kW | 591 L | Not listed | 6 years |
| Dolphin 60.4 kWh | Pure EV | Hatchback, 5 | £30,205 | about 215 mi | 60.5 kWh, LFP | up to 75 kW | 345 L | Not listed | 6 years |
| Dolphin Surf 30 kWh Active | Pure EV | Hatchback, 4 | £18,650 | about 115 mi | 30 kWh, LFP | up to 45 kW | 308 L | Not listed | 6 years |
| Dolphin Surf 43.2 kWh Boost | Pure EV | Hatchback, 4 | £21,950 | about 165 mi | 43.2 kWh, LFP | up to 60 kW | 308 L | Not listed | 6 years |
| Seal 82.5 kWh RWD | Pure EV | Saloon, 5 | £45,730 | about 295 mi | 82.5 kWh, LFP | up to 100 kW | 557 L | Not listed | 6 years |
| Sealion 7 82.5 kWh RWD | Pure EV | SUV, 5 | £46,990 | about 260 mi | 82.5 kWh, LFP | up to 115 kW | 578 L | Not listed | 6 years |
Guide prices are approximate and some may already include the Electric Car Grant. Pure EV range is a typical real-world estimate; plug-in hybrid range is the official electric-only figure. Battery chemistry is shown only where a source names it. *Warranty depends on servicing conditions. "Check" means we have not confirmed it: ask the seller. Reliability: see the Warrantywise Reliability Index (built from used-car repair data, so many new models have no score).
Highlights
- Lowest-priced pure EV: BYD Dolphin Surf 30 kWh Active, about £18,650.
- Longest real-world range: BYD Seal 82.5 kWh RWD, about 295 miles.
- Fastest rapid charging: BYD Atto 3 Evo RWD 74.8 kWh, up to 130 kW.
- Biggest boot: BYD Atto 3 Evo RWD 74.8 kWh, 591 litres.
What to check before you buy a BYD
- Confirm the on-the-road price, and whether any Electric Car Grant is included.
- Ask for the vehicle and battery warranty terms in writing, including servicing conditions.
- Ask which battery chemistry the exact car has.
- Look up the model in the Warrantywise Reliability Index.
Frequently asked questions about BYD
Which BYD electric and hybrid cars can you buy new in the UK?
Our list includes the Atto 2, Atto 3 Evo, Dolphin, Dolphin Surf, Seal, Sealion 7. That is 7 pure EV versions. Availability and trims change, so confirm with a dealer.
How much does a new BYD cost in the UK?
Guide prices in our list run from £18,650 (BYD Dolphin Surf 30 kWh Active) to £46,990 (BYD Sealion 7 82.5 kWh RWD). Prices are approximate, change often, and some may already include the Electric Car Grant. Always confirm the on-the-road price with the seller.
What range do BYD electric cars have?
Typical real-world range in our list runs from about 115 to 295 miles across the 7 pure EV versions. The official WLTP figure is higher; winter and motorway driving reduce range further.
Are any BYD cars eligible for the Electric Car Grant?
None of the BYD models in our list appeared on the published Electric Car Grant lists we checked in September 2026. The lists change, so check GOV.UK.
What warranty does BYD offer on new cars?
We understand BYD's standard new-car warranty to be 6 years. Battery warranties are separate, typically around eight years or 100,000 miles: confirm the terms for your car.
What battery do BYD cars use?
Sources name the battery chemistry for BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (LFP), BYD Atto 3 Evo RWD 74.8 kWh (LFP), BYD Dolphin 60.4 kWh (LFP), BYD Dolphin Surf 30 kWh Active (LFP), BYD Dolphin Surf 43.2 kWh Boost (LFP), BYD Seal 82.5 kWh RWD (LFP), BYD Sealion 7 82.5 kWh RWD (LFP). Other versions may differ, and it is not named for every BYD in our list, so ask the seller to confirm the chemistry for the exact car.
How reliable are BYD cars?
Each model can be checked against the Warrantywise Reliability Index, which uses used-car repair data (vehicles three to fifteen years old, at least 250 per model). Many new models have no score yet, and the Index is not a prediction for an individual car.
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Figures compiled September 2026 from published UK sources and are approximate. Page reviewed 2026-09-20. General information, not financial, legal or technical advice.