"BYD Sealion 6 emerges as the top pick among this year's automobiles: AA DRIVEN NZ's Car of the Year top prize recipient"
The BYD Sealion 6 has made a significant impact in the New Zealand automotive scene, winning the prestigious title of AA DRIVEN Car of the Year 2024. This all-new player in the most popular new-vehicle segment has proven to be a standout choice for families, winning the Family SUV category as well as the overall award.
The Sealion 6 offers a generous EV-commuting range of up to 92km, providing ample distance for daily travels. It is available in two models: a $57,990 front-drive Dynamic-specification FWD model and a $64,990 Premium with AWD. The Premium model offers more performance, although it has a slightly less EV range compared to the Dynamic model.
Inside, the Sealion 6 boasts a luxurious-feeling interior for a mainstream family car, featuring BYD's signature 15.6in rotating infotainment screen. The vehicle is equipped with an embedded SIM card, enabling over-the-air (OTA) updates as software improvements become available.
The Sealion 6 also presents outstanding value-for-money against medium-sized SUVs from established brands, with little premium being asked for the DM-i technology. Furthermore, it offers vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, allowing the power stored in its battery to power external devices.
The technical leadership at BYD, the manufacturer of the Sealion 6, and involvement in the development of the DM-i "Super-Hybrid" system is attributed to Wang Chuan-fu, the managing director of BYD Auto. This system is a testament to BYD's commitment to innovation and sustainability.
In 2024, the market has shifted away from pure-electrics to hybrid vehicles, and the Sealion 6 is a prime example of this trend. With its strong eco-credentials and minimal running cost, the Sealion 6 is not only enjoyable to drive but also a practical and economical choice for families.
Two of BYD's models, the Atto 3 and Dolphin, made the overall top 3 in the last two COTY programmes, further establishing BYD as a force to be reckoned with in the New Zealand automotive market. The brand made a big impression in 2022 with a range of pure-electric cars, and the Sealion 6 continues this momentum.
In conclusion, the BYD Sealion 6 is a game-changer in the New Zealand automotive market, offering a blend of style, performance, practicality, and sustainability at an affordable price. It's no wonder it has been crowned the AA DRIVEN Car of the Year 2024.
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