BYD Seal ProsGood build quality coupled with very appealing stylingPunchy motor offers fast performance. RWD variant’s 0-100 km/h time of 5.9 seconds is enjoyable; AWD variant’s performance is ballistic (0-100 in 3.8 seconds)Good high-speed stability coupled with sorted handlingSpacious and well-built cabin with comfortable seatsUseable 400-litre boot, along with a 50-litre frunk (in the front)Inherent EV advantages such as a green image, zero tailpipe emissions, low running costs (charge at home) & top-notch NVHWe find the BYD Seal to be well-priced for what it offersSelectable regenerative braking and drive modes allow you to extract maximum performance or efficiency, as neededSufficient driving range (approx 500 km) for urban commuting as well as the usual road-tripping with family6-year/150,000 km warranty on the car, 8-year battery & motor warranty, 6-year roadside assistanceFeatures such as the vehicle-to-load function, soundproof glass, rotating 15.6-inch touchscreen, climate control with heat pump, panoramic sunroof, adaptive cruise control, electrically adjustable A/C vents, NFC key card, etc.5-star NCAP rating, top-notch safety kit & level 2 ADAS to keep you safeBYD Seal Cons145 mm ground clearance requires you to drive with care over large speed breakers & broken roadsFirm low speed ride. Liveable, but not plush in the city. You feel bad roadsLow slung body makes ingress & egress a challenge for the not-so-flexible and elderlyNo option of a lighter-coloured interior theme (cabin is full-black)Rear seat offers poor under-thigh supportMost functions and settings are controlled through the touchscreen, which makes them difficult to access on the moveVertical movement over road joints can get annoyingMissing features such as connected car tech, a spare wheel (in India!!!), wireless Apple CarPlay, etc.Poor rearward visibility due to the acutely-angled rear windscreen and large rear headrestsBYD’s currently small dealership & service network. Even major cities like Mumbai & Delhi have just 1 dealerRead Team-BHP’s detailed BYD Seal Review.
