
BYD will participate in the Paris Motor Show 2026 from 12 to 18 October in Pavilion 6, presenting the electric and Super Hybrid range, including Dolphin G DM-i, Shark, ATTO 2 DM-i, SEAL U DM-i and 100% electric models such as DOLPHIN SURF and SEALION 7, as well as battery technologies and energy solutions.
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BYD is a Chinese electric and hybrid car manufacturer that is expanding its presence in Europe with models adapted to the local market.
The electric range and the Super Hybrid one, with Shark and Dolphin G DM-i, but also the arrival of a new model. BYD, the Chinese car manufacturer, will participate in the 2026 Paris Motor Show, scheduled from 12 to 18 October at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. In Pavilion 6, the brand will present its new products, the electric and Super Hybrid range: The Show will also be an opportunity to take stock of the brand's development in Europe and illustrate the Group's next steps. A new model will also be presented on October 12th.
Dolphin G DM-i: the Super Hybrid in the B segment
The first BYD model designed and developed specifically for Europe, Dolphin G DM-i brings Super Hybrid DM 5.0 technology to the B segment. It combines compact dimensions with a 425-litre boot. The declared range reaches 105 km in electric mode and 1,040 km in the WLTP combined cycle, with combined fuel consumption starting from 1.4 l/100 km.
Shark: the Super Hybrid pick-up
In Paris there will also be Shark, the first BYD pick-up marketed in Europe, which adopts Super Hybrid DMO, Dual Mode Off-road technology, designed to favor electric driving and offer the capabilities required for professional and leisure use.
5.46 meters long, it has an all-wheel drive propulsion system of 436 HP and 650 Nm, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. The 32.2 kWh Blade Battery allows up to 90 km of electric range and 675 km of combined WLTP range.
Shark offers a towing capacity of 2,500kg, a payload of up to 790kg and a 1,200-litre cargo box. Intelligent all-wheel drive features dedicated modes for sand, mud, snow and gravel. The V2L function, with two power sockets, allows you to power external electrical equipment.
Electric and Super Hybrid range
The Super Hybrid range will be represented by ATTO 2 DM-i and SEAL U DM-i. Developed internally by BYD, the DM-i plug-in hybrid technology favors electric propulsion, combining electric car-like driving with a high combined range.
For the 100% electric range, DOLPHIN SURF, ATTO 3 EVO, SEAL and SEALION 7 will be on display. An offer that covers the main segments, from city cars to sedans and SUVs, with solutions for different mobility needs.
Not just cars, batteries too
The stand will also host the technologies underlying BYD vehicles: Blade Battery, architectures dedicated to electric vehicles and Super Hybrid DM-i and DMO systems. BYD energy storage solutions will also be presented, which extend the Group's battery expertise beyond the automotive sector.
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