In Pictures: BYD Overhauls Cheapest EV: Second-Gen Seagull Grows Bigger, Adds Power and LiDAR

Small urban EVs like this remain the entry point for buyers eyeing BYD's next-generation Seagull.

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Charging infrastructure and affordability are central as BYD pushes its cheapest EV further upmarket.

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Rivals in the compact hatchback segment will face a bigger, more powerful second-gen Seagull.

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The Great Seagull's extended body and wheelbase aim to add cabin space in a city-car footprint.

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BYD's entry-level strategy has reshaped China's budget EV market, and the new Seagull extends that push.

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Advanced driver-assist hardware, including LiDAR, is expected to trickle down to the ~$10,000 Seagull.

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Bold colors and compact proportions define the segment BYD is targeting with the second-gen Seagull.

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A 95 kW motor marks a significant power bump for BYD's most affordable model line.

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Sporty hatchback cues hint at the sharper positioning BYD wants for the upgraded Seagull.

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