BYD is bringing its third electric car to India. They are set to launch an e-sedan named Seal on March 5th, joining Atto 3 and e6 in the company’s Indian portfolio. Seal EV was first unveiled at the Delhi Auto Expo in January last year, and now, after a year of anticipation, it’s ready to hit the market.
BYD Seal EV: Interior
The BYD Seal EV comes with a premium look and soft-touch materials. The dashboard prominently features a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system that can be rotated as per preference. A similar display is also present in the Atto 3 model. Additionally, there is another 10.25-inch display for the driver. The car also includes a head-up display and two separate wireless charging pads.
BYD Seal EV: Battery and Range
BYD incorporates Blade Battery technology in the Seal EV model. Internationally, the car offers two battery options: the first is a 61.4 kWh battery providing a range of up to 550 km on a single charge. The second is an 82.5 kWh battery with a range of approximately 700 km.
BYD Seal EV: Safety Rating
The Seal EV aims to be one of the safest electric cars in India, boasting a 5-star safety rating from Euro NCAP crash tests. Safety features include dual front airbags, belt pretensioners, belt load limiters, side airbags, central airbag, ISOFIX child seat mounts, airbag cut-off switch, and seat belt reminders. Other features include autonomous emergency braking, lane assist system, and driver’s attention detection.
BYD Seal EV: Motor and Price
The Seal EV offers both single and dual electric motor options. In the Indian version, a more powerful dual motor may be used, producing a maximum power of 523 BHP, helping the car accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds. The price is expected to be in the range of Rs. 65-70 lakhs (ex-showroom).
