BYD Sealion 7 value and depreciation
Known for sleek electric coupe suv flagship.
Projected value of a new BYD Sealion 7
We class the BYD Sealion 7 as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 47% after three years and 33% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 69% | R 761 081 | R 669 751 |
| 3 years | 47% | R 520 688 | R 458 205 |
| 5 years | 33% | R 360 766 | R 317 474 |
| 7 years | 23% | R 256 293 | R 225 538 |
| 10 years | 15% | R 163 190 | R 143 607 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 109 900; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The Sealion 7 is BYD's midsize electric coupe SUV, launched in April 2025 from R1,099,900. It offers strong performance in AWD form and a premium cabin for the money. Like other big-ticket EVs in SA it depreciates hard, so used examples look like bargains.
What used Sealion 7 years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sealion 7 | R 1 109 900 | R 976 712 | Details → |
| 2025 Sealion 7 | R 721 403 | R 634 835 | Details → |
Sealion 7 against its rivals
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BYD Sealion 7: common questions
What is a BYD Sealion 7 worth after 3 years?
A BYD Sealion 7 bought new today for R 1 109 900 is projected to be worth about R 520 688 after three years, which is 47% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 458 205.
Does the BYD Sealion 7 hold its value?
We class the BYD Sealion 7 as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 47% after three years and 33% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
What would a BYD Sealion 7 cost per month?
Financing a new BYD Sealion 7 at R 1 109 900 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 19 399 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.