1. Safety

The BYD Sealion 05 EV features a high level of safety, which makes it an ideal choice for Security driving in the UAE. Its most important features include an intelligent battery heat management system that maintains optimal battery performance even in extreme weather conditions, such as the high heat in the UAE summer. This system reduces the risk of overheating of the battery and enhances the life of the car.

In terms of active safety, the model comes equipped with advanced technologies such as the intelligent braking system (ABS), the Electronic Stability Control System (ESC), as well as ambient vision cameras that contribute to reducing blind spots while driving. There is also a pedestrian detection and emergency alarm system which increases safety in urban areas.

As for the passive safety aspect, the exoskeleton is made using durable and lightweight materials, which provides superior protection for passengers in the event of a collision. The car also has multiple airbags covering all seats, along with collision force distribution technologies to ensure minimal impact.

2. The cost of buying a car

Prices for the BYD Sealion 05 EV in the UAE start at around AED 145,000, which makes it an attractive option compared to its competitors in the electric car category. If you plan to pay 20% in advance (AED 29,000) and finance over 60 months at an interest rate of 1.9%, the monthly installment will be about AED 2,252, which is a reasonable price for the value and quality of the car.

As for used cars, the BYD Sealion 05 EV model maintains a relatively high value due to the increased demand for electric cars in the UAE market. The retention rate reaches about 75% of the base price after 3 years, based on the average price of the new car and its used price.

3. The cost of using the car

The BYD Sealion 05 EV has low operating costs compared to conventional cars. The cost of charging a car is a major advantage, as the average cost of a full charge is about 25-35 dirhams based on electricity prices in the UAE. With a car used for 15,000 km per year, the cost is much lower than that of gasoline cars.

On the maintenance side, BYD provides a simple and economical maintenance schedule, as the electric car needs only basic maintenance such as checking the battery and braking system at intervals of up to 12 months or every 20,000 km. The costs of regular maintenance of the model are average, ranging from 800 to 1200 dirhams per year, which makes it an economical option in the long term.