BYD has announced a price hike for its electric cars in India. The revised prices will come into effect from July 1, 2026, due to fluctuations in the rupee value.
The company said prices of its vehicles will increase by 1% to 2%, depending on the model and configuration. Customers who booked a BYD car in May will still be able to purchase their vehicle at the old price until July 31. However, buyers taking delivery on or after August 1 will have to pay according to the revised pricing.
Currently, BYD offers four models in the Indian market — BYD Atto 3, BYD eMAX 7, BYD Seal and BYD Sealion 7.
The BYD Atto 3 is available in Dynamic, Premium and Superior variants, priced at Rs 24.99 lakh, Rs 29.85 lakh and Rs 33.99 lakh respectively (ex-showroom). The Dynamic trim offers a claimed range of 410 km, while the other variants offer up to 480 km range. The company is also offering a free maintenance package for up to two years on Atto 3 purchases in May.
The BYD eMAX 7 comes in Premium and Superior trims with a starting ex-showroom price of Rs 26.9 lakh. It is available in both 6-seater and 7-seater configurations and offers a claimed driving range of 530 km.
The BYD Seal starts at Rs 41 lakh, and its price is expected to rise to around Rs 41.41 lakh after the revision. Meanwhile, the BYD Sealion 7 currently starts at Rs 49.40 lakh and may see prices increase up to Rs 50.39 lakh. The company has not yet officially announced the updated model-wise prices.
Rajeev Chauhan said the price increase is being implemented due to fluctuations in the dollar exchange rate. He added that the company is witnessing strong demand for models such as the BYD Atto 3 and BYD Sealion 7, reflecting growing consumer confidence in premium electric mobility in India.
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