BYD Seal EV India launch tomorrow: Range, price, features & more
BYD has set the stage to introduce the all-new Seal in India tomorrow on Tuesday 5 March. Notably, the bookings for the all-electric sedan have already begun in the country. Interestingly, prospective customers reserving the Seal EV until 30 April get a chance to win complementary gifts, such as UEFA match tickets and round-trip flights to the match city.
BYD Seal EV: Powertrain
Internationally, the Seal EV comes with two battery packs: 61.4kWh and 82.5kWh. The maximum range with the larger battery pack is up to 570km on a full charge, while the maximum power output for a dual-motor setup is rated at 530PS. As a result, the Seal can go from zero to 100kmph in a claimed 3.8 seconds. Further, BYD claims that the Seal EV can be charged from 30 to 80 per cent in just 26 minutes using 150kW DC fast charger. The India-spec model could be offered a single powertrain option.
BYD Seal EV: Features
The EV comes equipped with a 15.6-inch rotatable touchscreen infotainment system similar to Atto 3, a 10.25-inch all-digital instrument cluster, integrated sport seats, a 12-speaker sound system, a heads-up display. powered boot opening, 19-inch dual-tone wheels, powered ORVMs with memory and heating functions, heated steering wheel, eight-way electronically adjustable driver seat with memory function, dual-zone temperature control, ambient lighting, PM2.5 filter, two wireless charging pads with 15W capacity, a panoramic sunroof, TPMS, a 360deg camera, traction control, hill start assist, electronic parking brake with auto hold, vehicle-to-load (V2L), and four driving modes (Eco, Normal, Sport, and Snow). It also features a wide range of ADAS features.
Meanwhile, the Seal EV sold in international markets is available in six exterior colours and two interior themes. For India, it is said to be offered with three trim levels: Standard, Extended Range, and Performance across four colour options. Expect the India-spec model to get similar features.
BYD Seal EV: Price & rivals
The Seal EV is expected to be priced between Rs 55 lakh and 65 lakh. In India, the Seal EV will take on the BMW i4 electric sedan (Rs 72.50-77.50 lakh), Kia EV6 (Rs 60.95-65.95 lakh), and Hyundai Ioniq 5 (Rs 46.05 lakh). All prices are ex-showroom.
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