Video Summary
Here is the summary of the YouTube review:- The Tesla Model 3 has been updated with new looks, hinting at Aston Martin.
- The BYD Seal is slightly narrower but slightly longer than the Model 3. Both look like hatchbacks but are sedans.
- Rear-wheel-drive and about 6 seconds to 100 km/h is what both are offering.
- The BYD Seal is more powerful; the Tesla Model 3 is lighter by almost 300 kilograms.
- Both claim ranges over 500km.
- Tesla has an advantage with its maximum DC charging rate of 170 kW; the BYD Seal has 150 kW.
- Tesla's warranty is shorter than the industry standard.
- The indicators in the Model 3 are now on the steering wheel, and the gear selector is on the screen.
- The Tesla's gear selector works well, super quick and easy, but takes getting used to.
- The indicators on the Model 3's steering wheel are stacked, which the reviewer found less successful.
- The Model 3's material quality at its price point is good, and the new ambient lighting is a nice touch.
- Tesla is peerless when it comes to taking advantage of EV space efficiency. The rear USB-C ports are now 65W not 15W.
- The Model 3 interior is more minimalist with lots of storage.
- The Tesla lacks a heads-up display, but the centre screen is slimmer, brighter, more responsive and ahead of its competitors.
- The Seal's steering can feel solid at speed.
- The BYD's driver-assist systems often violently react to scenarios that should be ignored.
- Both have good active safety systems but need further tweaking.
- Both have decent-sized boots with storage under the floor and in the nose but the Tesla has more space.
- The Tesla’s ride and refinement justify a “premium” label. However, if you're OK with the Tesla quirks, it’s a fantastic car.
- The BYD Seal’s performance is amplified with excellent response.
- The steering and handling in the Tesla are above expectations for its class. The lack of an instrument cluster may feel a little off, but you quickly adapt.
- Overall: the Tesla is a good electric car. BYD Seal is good too.
