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BYD’s cheapest EV now has a roof-mounted LiDAR, and it still starts at just $13,000

The Seagull is now the first A00-class EV with a roof-mounted LiDAR. BYD upgraded the entry-level EV, bringing its smart driving tech to the masses for under 100,000 yuan ($14,700).

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BYD’s Seagull, an A00‑class electric vehicle, now includes a roof‑mounted LiDAR, making it the first model in its class with that technology. The upgrade keeps the car’s price under 100,000 yuan (about $14,700).

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