2024-present Seal U OverviewBYD Seal U Overview (2024 - present)
2024 - present
Tech Specs Summary
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- 105 - 112 mph
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- 5.9 - 8.9 seconds
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- 215 - 319 BHP
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- 282.5 - 706.2 mpg
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- 1,940 - 2,100 kg
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- 425 - 1,440 L
The BYD Seal U is produced by the Chinese manufacturer BYD and started production in 2024. It's a front engined SUV with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. There are two power levels available from either a 1.5 L Inline 4 plug-in hybrid petrol engine or 1.5 L Inline 4 Turbo plug-in hybrid petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Seal U is the BYD Seal U DM-i Design which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 319 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 152 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 112 mph and gets to 62 mph in 5.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 9,320 miles and can store 425-1,440 litres of cargo.