BYD Song Pro
Compact crossover SUV
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The BYD Song Pro (Chinese: 比亚迪宋Pro) is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by BYD Auto since 2019. It is part of the BYD Song series of SUVs that are named after the Song dynasty.
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| BYD Song Pro | |
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2023 BYD Song Pro DM-i | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BYD Auto |
| Model code | SA2[1] |
| Also called | BYD Sealion 5 DM-i (Philippines, Australia, 2025–present)[2] |
| Production | July 2019 – present |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | |
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| Chassis | Unibody |
| Related | BYD Sealion 05 DM-i |
| Powertrain | |
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| Hybrid drivetrain | Plug-in hybrid (DM/DM-i) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,712 mm (106.8 in) |
| Length | 4,650–4,738 mm (183.1–186.5 in) |
| Width | 1,860 mm (73.2 in) |
| Height | 1,700–1,710 mm (66.9–67.3 in) |
During its introduction, the Song Pro was offered in three variants: an internal combustion engine (ICE) version with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, the plug-in hybrid Song Pro DM and the battery electric Song Pro EV. Since 2022, only the plug-in hybrid version remains available, which has been upgraded to the newer DM-i plug-in hybrid powertrain.
The model is part of the Dynasty Series, marketed through the Dynasty Network dealership chain, and positioned below the larger BYD Song L DM-i. In 2024, an Ocean Series counterpart of the Song Pro, the BYD Sealion 05 DM-i, was introduced.
The Song Pro became available in outside China in 2024, mostly in Latin American countries to complement the more expensive BYD Song Plus.[7] In the Philippines, it was introduced in June 2025 as the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i.
Pre-facelift (2019–2021)
The Song Pro was introduced in early 2019. Based on the BNA (BYD New Architecture) platform shared with the Qin Pro,[8][9][10] the Song Pro is positioned in the Chinese A+-class SUV segment, equivalent to a space between the global C-segment and D-segment.[9][1] Its front end design adopts the "Dragon Face 2.0", the second-generation BYD Dragon face design language.[9]
The Song Pro was available in three different powertrains, namely the petrol-powered Song Pro (until early 2022), the fully electric Song Pro EV (until 2021) and the plug-in hybrid Song Pro DM (updated to DM-i in 2022).
The petrol version Song Pro is powered by the same 1.5-litre turbo engine producing 113 kW (154 PS; 152 hp).[11]
BYD Song Pro
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Song Pro EV
The Song Pro EV was released alongside the petrol and plug-in hybrid Song Pro in July 2019. The model is powered by a 71 kWh ternary lithium battery and has a combined power output of 135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS).[11][12] BYD claimed an NEDC electric range of 502 km (312 mi).[13] It was available until 2021 as a 2019 model year.[14][15]
BYD Song Pro EV
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Song Pro DM
The plug-in hybrid version was powered by the same 1.5-litre turbo engine as the petrol version while producing 118 kW (160 PS; 158 hp) with a fuel consumption of 1.4 L/100 km (170 mpg‑US; 71 km/L).[11]
BYD Song Pro DM
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2021 facelift
The Song Pro received a facelift and was updated with the DM-i powertrain from December 2021 for the 2022 model year. From 2022, the DM-i is the only remaining Song Pro model on sale. The Song Pro DM-i is powered by a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid engine connected with the EHS system producing 173 kW (232 hp; 235 PS) and 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration is completed in 7.9 seconds. It is equipped with an E-CVT gearbox.[16]
2022 BYD Song Pro DM-i
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2023 facelift
In May 2023, the Song Pro DM-i received another major facelift, initially marketed in China as the Song Pro DM-i Champion Edition. The front and rear of the vehicle were revised, extending its body length by 88 mm (3.5 in) to 4,738 mm (186.5 in).[17][18] The interior design was also heavily updated.[19] In March 2024, the model was further updated as the Song Pro DM-i Honor Edition, with price reductions and a new black exterior colour option.[20]
Since 2025, the Song Pro second facelift would be exported to overseas markets such as Philippines and Australia, it is known as the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i.
2023 BYD Song Pro DM-i
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2024 facelift
In September 2024, the updated Song Pro DM-i went on sale in China. It was introduced alongside its new sister model from the Ocean Series, the BYD Sealion 05 DM-i. It received major exterior and interior styling changes, as well as the DM-i 5.0 plug-in hybrid powertrain.[21][22]
2024 BYD Song Pro DM-i
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Markets
The Song Pro has been exported to left-hand drive countries since 2024, adopting the 2023 facelift styling.[23]
Australia
The Sealion 5 DM-i was launched in Australia on 15 December 2025, with two variants available: Essential (12.9 kWh) and Premium (18.3 kWh). At the time of its introduction, the Sealion 5 DM-i was the cheapest plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) on sale in Australia.[24]
Brazil
The Song Pro DM-i went on sale in Brazil in July 2024, as a cheaper alternative to the Song Plus. It is available in two trim levels, the GL with a 12.9 kWh battery and GS with a 18.3 kWh battery.[25] The model will be locally assembled in 2025 as the first Brazilian-made BYD, and will be equipped with a flex-fuel engine capable of using petrol and ethanol.[26]
Cambodia
The Sealion 5, the Cambodian-market version of the BYD Song Pro DM-i, officially launched in 2025. Pre-orders for the vehicle began in February, with a formal market introduction in March. It combines a 1.5L gasoline engine with an electric motor, offering a pure-electric driving range of approximately 71 km on a full charge, according to local user reviews. The Sealion 5 is available in Cambodia in multiple trims, such as the "Dynamic" model and a "Premium" model.[27]
Mexico
The Song Pro DM-i went on sale in Mexico in August 2024 with a single trim offered, equipped with a 12.9 kWh battery.[28]
Philippines
The Sealion 5 DM-i went on sale in the Philippines on 9 June 2025, slotting between the larger Sealion 6 DM-i SUV and the Seal 5 DM-i sedan in terms of pricing.[29] A single trim with a 12.9 kWh battery is offered.[30]
South Africa
The Sealion 5 DM-i was launched in South Africa on 5 December 2025, with two variants available: Comfort and Dynamic, both variants are equipped with a 12.9 kWh battery.[31]
Thailand
The Sealion 5 DM-i was launched in Thailand on 16 March 2026 and Opening price at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show on 23 March 2026, was available with two variants: Dynamic and Premium[32]
Powertrain
Song Pro DM/DM-i
| Type | Engine | Trans. | Battery | Layout | Electric motor | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) (claimed) | Electric range (claimed) | Calendar years | ||||||
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| Displ. | Power | Torque | Type | Power | Torque | CLTC | WLTC | |||||||
| 1.5T DM 4WD | BYD476ZQB 1,497 cc (1.5 L) I4 | 118 kW (158 hp) | 245 N⋅m (25.0 kg⋅m; 181 lb⋅ft) | 6-speed DCT | 15.7 kWh | AWD | Rear | PMSM | 120 kW (161 hp) | 280 N⋅m (28.6 kg⋅m; 207 lb⋅ft) | 6.5 seconds | 81 km (50 mi) | N/A | 2019–2022 |
| System output: | 238 kW (319 hp) | 525 N⋅m (53.5 kg⋅m; 387 lb⋅ft) | ||||||||||||
| 1.5L 51 km DM-i | BYD472QA 1,498 cc (1.5 L) I4 | 81 kW (109 hp) | 135 N⋅m (13.8 kg⋅m; 99.6 lb⋅ft) | E-CVT | 8.3 kWh LFP Blade | FWD | Front | PMSM | 132 kW (177 hp) | 316 N⋅m (32.2 kg⋅m; 233 lb⋅ft) | 8.3 seconds | 51 km (32 mi) | N/A | 2022–2023 |
| 1.5L 71 km DM-i | 12.9 kWh LFP Blade | Front | TZ220XYE PMSM | 145 kW (194 hp) | 325 N⋅m (33.1 kg⋅m; 240 lb⋅ft) | 8.3 seconds | 71 km (44 mi) | 59 km (37 mi) | 2023–2024 | |||||
| 1.5L 110 km DM-i | 18.3 kWh LFP Blade | Front | TZ220XYE PMSM | 145 kW (194 hp) | 325 N⋅m (33.1 kg⋅m; 240 lb⋅ft) | 7.9 seconds | 110 km (68 mi) | 85 km (53 mi) | 2022–2024 | |||||
| 1.5L 75 km DM-i | BYD472QC 1,498 cc (1.5 L) I4 | 74 kW (99 hp) | 126 N⋅m (12.8 kg⋅m; 92.9 lb⋅ft) | E-CVT | 12.9 kWh LFP Blade | FWD | Front | TZ210XYB PMSM | 120 kW (161 hp) | 210 N⋅m (21.4 kg⋅m; 155 lb⋅ft) | 8.3 seconds | 75 km (47 mi) | 64 km (40 mi) | 2024–present |
| 1.5L 115 km DM-i | 18.3 kWh LFP Blade | Front | 8.5 seconds | 115 km (71 mi) | 93 km (58 mi) | 2024–present | ||||||||
| References: [33] | ||||||||||||||
