The BYD Sealion 05 EV, or the plug-in hybrid variant BYD Sealion 05 DM-i (second generation) () is a battery electric compact crossover SUV manufactured by BYD Auto since 2025. It is part of the "Sealion" () line-up of SUVs under the Ocean Series product line-up that are distributed through Ocean Network dealerships in China.
The plug-in hybrid variant of a BYD Sealion 05 EV was unveiled through MIIT filings on January 2026, which is now called the second generation BYD Sealion 05 DM-i, using the same body design as the BYD Sealion 05 EV.
The Sealion 05 EV was launched in China on 25 March 2025, with three trim levels.
The exterior of the Sealion 05 EV features the brand's Ocean Aesthetics design language. It features a minimalistic front fascia design with a small air intake, flushed door handles, black plastic trim on the wheel arches, and a continuous LED taillight bar.
The interior of the Sealion 05 EV features an 8.8-inch LCD instrument cluster, 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and the gear shifter used for the automatic transmission is mounted behind the steering wheel. The centre tunnel has a number of physical buttons, a wireless phone charging pad, a pair of cupholders, additional storage space below the centre console, and a storage box with cooling and heating functions. The boot space stands at and expands to with rear seats are folded down. There is a frunk storage.
For safety, the Sealion 05 EV is equipped with the God's Eye C (DiPilot 100) driving assistance system it is powered by five radars, 12 ultrasonic radars, and 12 cameras.