When Can You Buy the BYD Sealion 6 in Markham?

The BYD Sealion 6 is not on sale in Canada yet. Here's the projected release timeline for Markham, Ontario — and how to reserve your spot so you're notified first.

Status: not yet on sale in Canada

As of 2026, no Chinese-built EV — including the BYD Sealion 6 — is officially for sale in Canada. Markham sits within a first-wave province and should see availability shortly after the launch metros, with an estimated availability window of late 2026 to early 2027.

BYD Sealion 6

late 2026 to early 2027

Est. Markham availability

440 km

Range

Projected BYD Sealion 6 timeline for Markham

  1. Now (2026) — Pre-launch

    Not on sale in Canada. Specs, pricing estimates and reservations are open. Markham buyers are joining the waitlist.

  2. late 2026 to early 2027 — Expected Markham launch (first wave (secondary))

    Projected window for BYD availability in Markham, subject to dealer rollout, Transport Canada certification and tariff conditions.

  3. After launch — Deliveries & service

    First Markham-area deliveries, local servicing and parts support come online as the dealer network matures.

* Timeline is an estimate based on announced launch plans and is not officially confirmed by BYD. Confidence: medium-high.

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What we know about BYD coming to Markham

Rollout plan: BYD's Canadian entry is expected to begin in late 2026 to early 2027, prioritising high-EV-adoption metros first. Markham sits within a first-wave province and should see availability shortly after the launch metros. Ontario is part of the first-wave launch region, which shapes when the Sealion 6 is likely to be orderable locally.

Certification & import status: Before any sale, the BYD Sealion 6 must meet Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS). New Chinese-made EVs have also faced a 100% import surtax, which directly affects launch timing and pricing. For the current state of play, read our 2026 Chinese EV tariff guide.

Expected Markham pricing: Estimated at $46,000 CAD with no provincial rebate currently available in Ontario. See the full BYD Sealion 6 price breakdown for Markham.

While you wait: compare the Sealion 6 against rivals, check the 440 km range against Markham winter conditions, and review full specs on the BYD Sealion 6 page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I buy the BYD Sealion 6 in Markham right now?

No. As of 2026, the BYD Sealion 6 — like all Chinese-built EVs — is not yet on sale in Canada. BYD sits within a first-wave province and should see availability shortly after the launch metros, with availability in Markham projected for late 2026 to early 2027. The best way to be first in line is to reserve your spot and get notified the moment Markham availability is confirmed.

When is the BYD Sealion 6 release date in Markham?

Markham falls into the first wave (secondary) of the expected Canadian rollout, with a projected window of late 2026 to early 2027. Timing depends on dealer network buildout, vehicle certification with Transport Canada, and the evolving tariff situation on Chinese-made EVs. Dates are estimates and not yet officially confirmed by BYD.

Can I import a BYD Sealion 6 to Markham myself before launch?

Privately importing a new BYD Sealion 6 into Canada is generally not practical today: the vehicle must meet Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS), and new Chinese-made EVs have faced a 100% import surtax. For almost all buyers, waiting for the official BYD Canadian launch is the realistic path. Read our tariff explainer for the latest on the import situation.

How much will the BYD Sealion 6 cost in Markham?

The BYD Sealion 6 is expected to be priced around $46,000 CAD (no provincial rebate currently available in Ontario). Chinese EVs are not eligible for the federal EVAP rebate. See our Markham pricing breakdown for the full estimate.

Will there be a BYD dealer in Markham?

BYD's Canadian launch plan centres on a dealer network in major metros. Markham sits within a first-wave province and should see availability shortly after the launch metros. Exact Markham dealership locations have not been announced — reserve your spot and we'll notify you as soon as a local dealer or delivery option is confirmed.

Other models — availability in Markham