Chinese automaker BYD has officially introduced the much-anticipated Seal electric sedan to the Indian market, marking its third offering following the e6 electric MPV and the Atto 3 electric SUV. Priced competitively starting at Rs 41 lakh (ex-showroom), the BYD Seal aims to make a significant impact in the electric vehicle (EV) landscape of India.
Customers reserving the BYD Seal before March 31 are entitled to exclusive benefits, including a 7kW home charger with installation service, a 3kW portable charging box, a BYD Seal VTOL mobile power supply unit, six years of roadside assistance, and complimentary first service.
Available in three variants – Dynamic, Premium, and Performance – the BYD Seal is packed with cutting-edge technologies such as Cell-to-Body (CTB) and Intelligent Torque Adaptation Control (iTAC), all built on the foundation of e-Platform 3.0. Here’s a breakdown of the variant pricing (ex-showroom):
BYD Seal Dynamic RWD (510km range) – Rs 41 lakh
BYD Seal Premium RWD (650km range) – Rs 45.55 lakh
BYD Seal Performance AWD (580km range) – Rs 53 lakh
For comparison, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 RWD, boasting a claimed range of 631km on a single charge, is priced at Rs 46.05 lakh (ex-showroom).
The innovative CTB technology seamlessly integrates the blade battery into the sedan’s body, developed in-house by BYD. The BYD Seal also features a heat pump system for efficient battery temperature regulation and low energy consumption. Additionally, it supports VTOL technology, serving as a portable power supply for electrical devices with a total output of up to 3,000W, alongside Level-2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Equipped with rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive options, the BYD Seal boasts an advanced suspension system comprising a double wishbone unit in the front and a five-link unit in the rear, ensuring superior handling and safety. With a potent motor, the vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100kmph in just 3.8 seconds.
Moreover, the BYD Seal comes with an extensive warranty package, including an eight-year or 160,000-kilometre warranty for the traction battery, an eight-year or 150,000-kilometre warranty for the motor and motor controller, and a six-year or 150,000-kilometre warranty for the vehicle itself.
With its impressive features, robust performance, and attractive pricing, the BYD Seal electric sedan emerges as a compelling choice in the burgeoning Indian EV market.
