Video Summary
The review of the BYD Seal electric car highlighted the following:- Standard features include a 15.6-inch infotainment screen that rotates, a panoramic roof, a heat pump, and 19-inch wheels.
- The interior has premium quality vegan leather seats available in two colors and features suede elements.
- Double laminated glass is used to keep the cabin quiet.
- The car has pop-out door handles.
- Premium and smooth driving experience; responsive steering.
- Two trim levels are available: Design (RWD with a range of 354 miles) and Excellence (AWD with a 3.8-second 0-62 time and a 323-mile range).
- On UK roads, the suspension is slightly on the firm side and well-damped, but stays flat.
- The 82.5 kWh battery can charge at a max rate of 150 kW. 10% to 80% can be achieved in under half an hour.
- At-home charging with a 7 kW wall box takes 11 hours and 35 minutes for a full charge; an 11 kW wall box can reduce that time to around 7 hours and 35 minutes.
- There are 400 liters of boot space.
- It’s got a 5-star NCAP safety rating.
- The starting price is £45,000, and there’s a German inspiration from the design.
- There is no chrome on the car.
- Features regenerative braking with two levels that you can select.
- A forcefield-like steering wheel button brings up a 3D view for driving.
- The reviewer notes that "Build Your Dreams," or BYD, is often printed on the back, however, a BYD-only option is coming.
