The BYD Seal 05 DM-i () is a plug-in hybrid compact sedan manufactured by BYD Auto since 2025. Part of the Seal family, it is a restyled and updated version of the BYD Destroyer 05, both part of the Ocean Series product line-up that are distributed through Ocean Network dealerships. It is the sister model to the BYD Qin Plus from the Dynasty Series.

Overview The Seal 05 DM-i debuted in January 2025. It adopts BYD's fifth-generation plug-in hybrid system. Pre-sales for the Seal 05 DM-i started on 7 January 2025, and later launched on 10 February 2025 with three variants.

As a result of being the facelifted version of the Destroyer 05, which is heavily related to the Qin Plus, the Seal 05 DM-i continues to the same body as that model and only differs in its restyled front and rear fascias, and the redesigned interior.

The exterior of the Seal 05 DM-i adopts the BYD’s Ocean series design language. The front fascia features double wave-shaped LED headlights, a blacked-out trapezoidal grille and U-shaped air inlets. The rear fascia features a full-width LED light bar, ducktail spoiler, and hidden exhaust outlets. Additional exterior features include a triple camera on the front windshield, rear-facing cameras on the front fenders, and side door mirror cameras.

The interior is available in either a grey or beige colour scheme. The dashboard features a three-spoke flat bottom steering wheel, a 8.8-inch LCD digital instrument panel and a 10.1-inch central touchscreen display powered by BYD’s DiLink system. The center console features dual cupholders, wireless charging pads and a row of physical buttons for important vehicle functions.

The Seal 05 DM-i has a trunk capacity of ; the rear seats can be folded down to further expand that.

Powertrain The Seal 05 DM-i uses BYD's fifth-generation DM-i system, which consists of a 1.5L naturally aspirated gasoline engine and a single front-mounted electric motor. Combined, they produce a maximum power output of and of torque. All models are equipped with BYD's 15.87 kWh "Blade" (LFP) battery, providing of battery electric range and up to when used in conjunction with the engine.

Markets Philippines The vehicle is marketed in the Philippines as the Seal 5 DM-i and was launched on 28 July 2026. It is available with two variants: Essential and Dynamic, both use the 7.42 kWh battery pack.

Sales YearChina2025115,621

See also List of BYD Auto vehicles

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