BYD Seal EV to launch In India today: Check range, features price and specs

BYD Seal EV to launch In India today: Check range, features price and specs

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By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 04 Mar 2024, 22:49 PM

  • BYD, the Chinese EV giant, is set to launch the Seal in India on March 5, marking its third electric car introduction in the country.
BYD is set to launch the Seal EV on March 5. The company commenced the bookings for the EV earlier in February. (REUTERS)

Chinese new energy vehicle manufacturer BYD is gearing up to launch its third offering for the Indian market today (March 5th) – the Seal EV. The company commenced the bookings for the electric vehicle (EV) earlier in February.

Expected to be priced between ₹55 lakh and ₹60 lakh, the Seal EV will serve as BYD’s new flagship electric vehicle in India, joining the e6 MPV and the Atto3 crossover SUV, which are currently priced at ₹29.15 lakh and ₹33.99 lakh respectively. Both the prices are ex-showroom.

The BYD Seal EV is expected to come in a single variant, featuring an 82.5kWh battery pack that delivers a claimed range of 570km (WLTP Cycle) on a single charge. The sedan will be equipped with a rear axle-mounted motor that generates 230bhp and 360Nm of peak torque, accelerating from zero to 100kmph in under six seconds.

BYD Seal: Visual and technical details

In terms of dimensions, the Seal EV measures 4,800 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, and 1,460 mm in height. Inspired by the Ocean X concept showcased in 2021, the Seal boasts an aerodynamic body with a drag coefficient of just 0.21 cd. Its exterior features crystal LED headlamps with boomerang-shaped LED DRLs and full-width LED taillights.

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Inside, the Seal offers a premium look with soft-touch materials. The dashboard is highlighted by a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen infotainment system, similar to the one found in the Atto 3. The digital driver display is 10.25 inches. Additional features include a head-up display and two wireless charging pads.

BYD Seal: Safety

Safety is a key focus for the Seal, which has received a 5-star safety rating in Euro NCAP crash tests. The vehicle scored 89 per cent for adult occupants, 87 per cent for child occupants, 82 per cent for Vulnerable Road Users, and 76 per cent in Safety Assist.

Safety features include dual front airbags, belt pre-tensioners, belt load limiters, side airbags, a centre airbag, ISOFIX child seat mounts, airbag cut-off switch, seatbelt reminders, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Assist System, and Fatigue/Distraction Detection.

First Published Date: 04 Mar 2024, 10:13 AM IST


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BYD Seal EV bookings open, will launch on 5th March

BYD Seal EV bookings open, will launch on 5th March

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BYD Seal EV bookings open

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By: Paarth Khatri
| Updated on: 28 Feb 2024, 16:25 PM

  • BYD Seal has a claimed range of up to 570 km on a single charge.
BYD Seal EV was also showcased at Auto Expo 2023.

BYD India has announced that they have started accepting bookings for their upcoming electric vehicle, Seal. The electric sedan will be unveiled officially to the Indian market on March 5th. Customers who book the BYD Seal by April 30, 2024, stand a chance of receiving a complimentary UEFA match ticket and round-trip flight ticket from India to the match city.

It is expected that the Seal will be the new flagship electric vehicle for BYD. As of now, the brand only sells the e6 MPV and the Atto3 crossover SUV. They are priced at ₹29.15 lakh and ₹33.99 lakh respectively. Both prices are ex-showroom.

BYD Seal: Range, battery and performance

BYD Seal is offered with single and dual-motor options. Depending on the version that the customer opts for, the electric sedan will be able to produce 308 bhp and 360 Nm or 522 bhp and 670 Nm. The rear-wheel drive powertrain has a WLTP-claimed range of 570 km whereas the dual-motor setup has a WLTP-claimed range of 520 km. These specs are for the larger 82.5 kWh battery pack.

There will also be a smaller 61.4 kWh battery pack that has a WLTP-claimed range of 460 km. The electric motor puts out 201 bhp of max power and a peak torque output of 310 Nm. The smaller battery pack can be DC fast-charged up to speeds of 110 kW whereas the larger battery pack supports 150 kW.

Also Read : BYD Seal EV details revealed ahead of launch: Check range, features and specs

BYD Seal: Safety rating

The Seal is one of the safest electric vehicles that a customer can buy in the Indian market. It passed the Euro NCAP crash test with 5-star safety rating last year. The Seal EV scored 89 per cent for adult occupants, 87 per cent for child occupants, 82 per cent for Vulnerable Road Users and 76 per cent in Safety Assist. The Seal EV that was tested was equipped with dual front airbags, belt pre-tensioners, belt load limiters, side airbags and a centre airbag. There were also ISOFIX child seat mounts, airbag cut-off switch and seatbelt reminders. Other features on offer are Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Assist System and Fatigue / Distraction Detection.

First Published Date: 28 Feb 2024, 15:57 PM IST


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