The BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) achieves a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 9.3 seconds (placing it at №75 out of 123 ranked positions, among 968 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and attains a maximum speed of 175 km/h.
Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 160 kW (215 hp) and a torque of 310 Nm.
How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?
BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) achieves a real-world range of 357 km, placing it at №213 among 356 ranked positions. However, this range is subject to several influences:
Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.
It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.
What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?
The BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) in Europe comes with a CCS Type 2 charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 11 kW, resulting in approximately 49 km of range added per hour of charging.
For significantly faster charging, public DC fast-charging stations are available. Although the car can achieve a maximum DC charging rate of 115 kW, factors such as battery temperature and charge level may affect the actual charging speed.
How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?
The size and weight specifications for BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) are as follows:
Length: 4785 mm
Width: 2085 mm (including side mirrors) or 1890 mm (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 1668 mm
Wheelbase: 2765 mm (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 2020 kg (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?
The rear cargo area of the BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) provides 552 litres of space when the rear seats are upright (№66 out of 207 ranked positions, among 968 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).
Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 1440 litres (№105 out of 212 ranked positions, among 968 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).
The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).
Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?
The BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) is officially rated to tow 1300 kg. This applies to trailers equipped with brakes.