BYD has updated its most affordable model in China, the Seagull, which will be known as the Dolphin Surf in Europe. The 2026 version boasts a range of 405 kilometers, surpassing the 300 kilometers of its predecessor. There are also aesthetic updates: new colors, 16-inch wheels, and a redesigned rear logo. But what stands out most is the option to incorporate the God's Eye Type B (DiPilot 300) with LiDAR intelligent driving system.
The technological leap of the small Chinese electric car 🚗
The major mechanical novelty is the higher-capacity battery that enables those 405 kilometers of range, a significant advancement for a compact vehicle. On the technological front, the DiPilot 300 system with LiDAR sensor enables urban autonomous driving. This includes traffic light recognition and roundabout navigation, features previously only seen in higher-end cars. BYD offers this technology as an option, allowing the buyer to decide whether to include it or prefer a lower price.
The eye of God that doesn't see potholes, but does see traffic lights 😅
BYD has named its system God's Eye, which sounds like it's watching your driving sins. But don't worry, it only focuses on traffic lights and roundabouts, not on whether you skip breakfast. The funny thing is that this divine eye arrives in the brand's cheapest car, as if suddenly a Fiat Panda could park itself. Of course, let's hope the guardian angel also includes a speed bump detector, because in the city they are more treacherous than a GPS in a hurry.