BYD Seal
BYD's electric sports saloon, a long, low four-door with up to 530 PS on the top version. Every version gets Level 2 ADAS, nine airbags and ventilated seats. It suits an enthusiast or a long-distance driver who wants a quick, well-equipped EV without paying German-badge money.
- Seating
- 5
- Engine
- Single rear electric motor (RWD); dual-motor AWD on Performance
- Range
- 510-650 km claimed (NEDC)
- Up to 650 km claimed range on the Premium
- Performance AWD does 0-100 km/h in a claimed 3.8 s
- Level 2 ADAS and nine airbags in every variant
- 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen and Dynaudio sound as standard
- Only 145-149 mm of ground clearance
- 400-litre boot plus a 53-litre front trunk
- Premium₹46.20 lakh
For ₹4.70 lakh over the Dynamic you get the 82.56 kWh battery, a 313 PS motor, the longest claimed range in the line-up, faster DC charging and a head-up display. It is the Seal that makes the most sense for touring.
- BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé₹45.80 – 48.90 lakh
- Toyota Camry₹48.69 lakh
- Audi A4₹46.88 – 55.83 lakh
BYD Seal specifications
- Claimed range510-650 km claimed (NEDC)
- TransmissionSingle-speed automatic
- Body typeSedan
- Fuel typeElectric
- EngineSingle rear electric motor (RWD); dual-motor AWD on Performance
- Seating capacity5
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| Engines | Single rear electric motor (RWD); dual-motor AWD on Performance |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | Single-speed automatic |
| Power | 150-390 kW (204-530 PS) |
| Torque | 310-670 Nm |
| Battery | 61.44 kWh or 82.56 kWh (LFP Blade) |
| Claimed range | 510-650 km claimed (NEDC) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4800 mm |
| Width | 1875 mm |
| Height | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2920 mm |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm |
| Boot space | 400 litres |
BYD Seal variants: price and features
- Base variantSeal
Dynamic
₹41.50 lakhOn-road priceKey features- Level 2 ADAS
- 9 airbags
- 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen with wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
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- Level 2 ADAS
- 9 airbags
- 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen with wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Ventilated and heated front seats
- 12-speaker Dynaudio sound
- Panoramic glass roof
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Premium
₹46.20 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹4.70 lakh more than Dynamic for- Larger 82.56 kWh battery and 313 PS motor
- 150 kW DC fast charging (110 kW on Dynamic)
- Head-up display
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- Larger 82.56 kWh battery and 313 PS motor
- 150 kW DC fast charging (110 kW on Dynamic)
- Head-up display
- Genuine leather seats with driver memory and lumbar
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Frequency-selective dampers
- Top variantSeal
Performance
₹53.65 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹7.45 lakh more than Premium for- Dual-motor AWD with 530 PS and 670 Nm
- 0-100 km/h in a claimed 3.8 seconds
- DiSus-C adaptive damping
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- Dual-motor AWD with 530 PS and 670 Nm
- 0-100 km/h in a claimed 3.8 seconds
- DiSus-C adaptive damping
- Intelligent torque adaptation control (iTAC)
- Coloured fixed brake callipers
Our verdict on the Seal
The Seal is a fast, refined and very well-equipped electric saloon for the money. Even the ₹41.50 lakh Dynamic gets Level 2 ADAS, nine airbags, ventilated seats and a 12-speaker Dynaudio system. The Premium is the one we would buy: its bigger battery and stronger motor cost ₹4.70 lakh more, and it has the best claimed range. The Performance is genuinely quick, but ₹53.65 lakh puts it near premium-badge rivals, and you give up some range. The downsides are practical ones. Ground clearance is low for Indian speed breakers, the boot opening is a saloon's, and BYD's service network is thin outside the big cities. Resale is also hard to predict. Prices are indicative ex-showroom.
Good things
- Long standard equipment list, including Level 2 ADAS and nine airbags
- Strong performance, especially the AWD Performance
- Premium's 82.56 kWh battery gives up to 650 km claimed range
- Comfortable, quiet cabin with a large rotating touchscreen
Could be better
- 145-149 mm ground clearance needs care over speed breakers and broken roads
- Saloon boot is less practical than an SUV's
- BYD's service network is limited outside big cities
- Resale value is uncertain for a relatively new brand in India
BYD Seal colours and photos
- Atlantis Gray
- Cosmos Black
- Aurora White
- Shark Gray
BYD Seal: a sports saloon that is cheap to run
The Seal is a 4.8-metre electric saloon built on BYD's e-Platform 3.0, with the battery cells built into the body structure. That keeps it low and stiff, and its 2,920 mm wheelbase gives good rear legroom. Boot space is 400 litres at the back, plus a 53-litre storage box under the bonnet that suits the charging cable.
The Dynamic uses a 61.44 kWh LFP Blade battery and a 150 kW (204 PS) rear motor, with a claimed 510 km. The Premium moves to an 82.56 kWh pack and a 230 kW (313 PS) motor, rated at 650 km. The Performance adds a front motor for all-wheel drive, 390 kW (530 PS) and 670 Nm, and a claimed 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time, with 580 km of range. All ranges are NEDC claims.
Equipment is strong throughout: Level 2 ADAS, nine airbags, a 360-degree camera, ventilated and heated front seats, a panoramic glass roof, two wireless chargers and a 12-speaker Dynaudio system. The Premium adds a head-up display, leather seats with memory and frequency-selective dampers; the Performance gets BYD's DiSus-C damping and torque-vectoring control.
Will the low ground clearance be a problem?
It can be. At 145-149 mm the Seal sits lower than most SUVs, and it is a long car. Big speed breakers and steep ramps need a slow, angled approach. If your daily route has bad roads, look at the Sealion 7 or another SUV instead.
Is the Performance worth the extra money?
Only if you want the speed. It costs ₹7.45 lakh more than the Premium, is far quicker and gets all-wheel drive, but its claimed range falls from 650 km to 580 km. For most owners the Premium is quick enough and better on long trips.
How fast does it charge?
BYD quotes DC charging of up to 110 kW on the Dynamic and 150 kW on the Premium and Performance, and 7 kW on AC. Real charging speed depends on the charger and battery temperature. Plan a home or office charger if you can.
What are the alternatives?
BYD's own Sealion 7 is the SUV version at similar money, with more ground clearance and a bigger boot. Electric SUVs such as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 are also worth a look if practicality matters more than pace. A BMW i4 costs a lot more but brings a premium badge. The Seal's case rests on equipment and performance for the price.
Seal vs rivals
| Spec | BYD Seal₹41.50 – 53.65 lakh | BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé₹45.80 – 48.90 lakh | Toyota Camry₹48.69 lakh | Audi A4₹46.88 – 55.83 lakh | Mercedes-Benz CLA₹56.50 – 64.00 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol | Hybrid | Petrol | Electric |
| Engines | Single rear electric motor (RWD); dual-motor AWD on Performance | 1.5 turbo petrol (three-cylinder) | 2.5 strong-hybrid | 2.0 turbo petrol (40 TFSI, 12V mild hybrid) | Single electric motor, rear-wheel drive |
| Power | 150-390 kW (204-530 PS) | 156 PS | 230 PS | 204 hp | 224-272 HP |
| Gearbox | Single-speed automatic | 7-speed DCT | e-CVT | 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic | Automatic |
| Mileage | 510-650 km claimed (NEDC) | 16.35 km/l | 25.49 km/l | 17.4 km/l | 542-792 km claimed (WLTP) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 400 litres | 430 litres | 524 litres | 460 litres | 405 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Seal vs 2 Series Gran Coupé | Seal vs Camry | Seal vs A4 | Seal vs CLA |
BYD Seal range
- ElectricAutomatic
- Claimed range
- 510 km / 650 km / 580 km
BYD Seal on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹43.52 – 56.23 lakh
- Mumbai₹43.52 – 56.23 lakh
- Bengaluru₹43.52 – 56.23 lakh
- Chennai₹43.52 – 56.23 lakh
- Kolkata₹43.52 – 56.23 lakh
- Bhopal₹43.52 – 56.23 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Seal EMI
₹69,726 a month
On ₹41.50 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹8.30 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹8.64 lakh.
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BYD Seal FAQ
What is the price of the BYD Seal in India?
The BYD Seal costs ₹41.50 to 53.65 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the BYD Seal come with?
The BYD Seal is sold with electric power (Single rear electric motor (RWD); dual-motor AWD on Performance).
What is the range of the BYD Seal?
The claimed range of the BYD Seal is 510-650 km claimed (NEDC) from a 61.44 kWh or 82.56 kWh (LFP Blade) battery.
How many people can the BYD Seal seat?
The BYD Seal is a 5-seater sedan.
What is the length of the BYD Seal?
The BYD Seal is 4800 mm long, 1875 mm wide and 1460 mm tall, with a 2920 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the BYD Seal have?
The BYD Seal has 400 litres of boot space.
Does the BYD Seal come with an automatic gearbox?
The BYD Seal is offered with single-speed automatic gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the BYD Seal?
The BYD Seal has 145 mm of ground clearance.
Which BYD Seal variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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