BYD SEAL U
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The model
The SEAL U came in two variants. None of them can be ordered any more. They differ in battery (71.8 kWh or 87 kWh).
360–425kmReal-world range
160kWPower
44–45minCharging 10 to 80 %
The same on all
- Wallbox power
- 11 kW
- Power
- 160 kW
- Top speed
- 175 km/h
- Drive
- front-wheel drive
- Body style
- SUV
- Boot
- 552 l
- Towing, braked
- 1,300 kg
- Seats
- 5
- Battery warranty
- 8 years or 250,000 km
- Euro NCAP
- 5 stars, tested 2023
How long charging takes
| Usable battery | Fast charger 10–80 % | Wallbox 11 kW | Household socket |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71.8 kWh | 44 min | 7 h 45 min | 36 h 45 min |
| 71.8 kWh Comfort | |||
| 87 kWh | 45 min | 9 h 30 min | 44 h 30 min |
| 87 kWh Design | |||
At home empty to full, at a fast charger 10 to 80 %.
All variants side by side
The tick shows where the value stands among all electric cars: further right is better.
Range & efficiency
Range (everyday) in km
360 km
425 km, best value
Range (WLTP) in km
420 km
500 km, best value
Consumption (everyday) in kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km, best value
20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption (WLTP) in kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km, best value
20.5 kWh/100km
Charging
Fast charging (10–80 %) in min
44 min, best value
45 min
Peak fast-charging power in kW
115 kW
140 kW, best value
Charge power at a wallbox in kW
11 kW
11 kW
Charging time at a wallbox
7 h 45 min, best value
9 h 30 min
Charging time at a household socket
36 h 45 min, best value
44 h 30 min
Battery
Usable capacity in kWh
71.8 kWh
87 kWh, best value
Gross capacity in kWh
73 kWh
89 kWh, best value
Voltage class in V
400 V
400 V
Performance & drivetrain
0–100 km/h in s
9.3 s, best value
9.6 s
Power in PS
218 PS
218 PS
Drivetrain
Front
Front
Top speed in km/h
175 km/h
175 km/h
Dimensions & space
Boot space in l
552 l
552 l
Seats
5
5
Length in mm
4,785 mm
4,785 mm
Width in mm
1,890 mm
1,890 mm
Height in mm
1,668 mm
1,668 mm
Vehicle class
Mid-size
Mid-size
Weight in kg
2,095 kg
2,222 kg
Frunk
no data
no data
Braked tow weight in kg
1,300 kg
1,300 kg
Safety
Euro NCAP stars
5 / 5
5 / 5
ISOFIX
Yes (3)
Yes (3)
NCAP adults in %
90 %
90 %
Comfort & features
Heat pump
Standard
Standard
Vehicle-to-Load
Yes
Yes
V2L power output in kW
3.3 kW
3.3 kW
Cost & warranty
Electricity cost (everyday) in €/100 km
≈ 8.1 €/100 km, best value
≈ 8.5 €/100 km
Warranty
8 years / 250,000 km
8 years / 250,000 km
Price in €
41,990 €, best value
44,990 €
Availability
Until October 2026
Until October 2026
Data as of 30 October 2026, source EV-Database.org.
Questions about the SEAL U
How far does the SEAL U really go?
In everyday driving 360 to 425 km depending on the variant, 420 to 500 km under WLTP. In the cold it is 305 to 365 km mixed and 255 to 305 km on the motorway.
Which variant charges fastest?
All variants charge from 10 to 80 % in 44 min.
How long does the SEAL U take to charge at home?
At a wallbox with 11 kW, empty to full takes 7 h 45 min to 9 h 30 min, at a household socket 36 h 45 min to 44 h 30 min.
How big is the boot in the SEAL U?
552 l at the back. With the rear seats folded it is 1,440 l.
Can the SEAL U tow a trailer?
Yes, up to 1,300 kg braked.