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Seal U: The secret of its remarkable performance
The Seal U draws its inspiration for its exterior design from the ocean. Its fluid shapes, clean lines and LED lights give it a sophisticated yet contemporary look. Take for example the front of the vehicle, which resembles a dolphin.
The finishes are equally meticulous, demonstrating the attention to detail that really sets this vehicle apart. Inside, the attention to detail is just as striking. There's a 15.6-inch central screen dominating the dashboard and nautical-inspired digital instruments.
The Seal U was officially unveiled at the Munich Motor Show in September. It is the sixth BYD for the European market. In terms of performance, the BYD is equipped with a 160 kW engine, available with two options of battery (71.8 kWh or 87 kWh). It also offers generous interior space and a boot with a capacity of 570 litres.
| Seal U | Tesla Model Y | |
|---|---|---|
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Length
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4 785 mm
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4 751 mm
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Width
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1,890 mm
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1,921 mm
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Height
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1 680 mm
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1,624 mm
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Wheelbase
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2 765 mm
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2 890 mm
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Safe
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570 l
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854 l
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Number of places
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5
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5
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It can therefore be considered a highly functional family vehicle. Another interesting aspect of the Seal U is the V2L (Vehicle to Load) option, which enables external devices to be powered from the vehicle's battery.
What kind of performance can you expect from Seal U?
With a autonomy WLTP of 420 km or 500 kmSeal U is well placed to compete with other market players, such as BMW iX3the MG Marvel R and the Skoda Enyaq iV. In terms of price, it should cost around €50,000, but BYD is considering offering it at a starting price of less than €47,000 in order to benefit from environmental bonus.
| Seal U 71,8 kWh | Seal U 87 kWh | Tesla Model Y | |
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Power
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160 kW / 218 bhp
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160 kW / 218 bhp
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202 kW / 275 bhp
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Couple
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330 Nm
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330 Nm
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493 Nm
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Battery
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71.8 kWh
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87 kWh
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60 kWh
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Range (WLTP)
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420 km
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500 km
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455 km
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Maximum load (DC)
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140 kW
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140 kW
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250 kW
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0-100 km/h
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9.6 sec
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9.3 sec
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6.9 sec
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Maximum speed
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175 km/h
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175 km/h
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217 km/h
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BYD vs Tesla: the clash of the giants
Electric car manufacturer BYD has decided to launch a new vehicle, called the 'Seal', to target its American rival, Tesla. With its more upmarket and classy design, it will position itself as a rival to the Model 3 from Tesla.
The brand's ambitions are clear: to position itself as a a major player in the clean car marketAt the moment, the market is largely dominated by Elon Musk's company.
Seal available in two versions
BYD's latest model will be presented to the general public at the Beijing Motor Show, a key event for all carmakers.
Future buyers will be able to choose between two transmission options:
- a version equipped with a 230 kW motor,
- an all-wheel drive version with a 160 kW front engine.
Electric cars will between 204 and 313 hpBYD's ambition is not limited to China. BYD's ambitions are not limited to China; the manufacturer has plans for make the Seal available in Europe from 2023.
Seal U: the near-perfect electric SUV?
However, the Seal U is not without its faults. One of them is of the main obstacles could be its driving dynamicswhich has been criticised for not being up to scratch with its competitors. This is attributed to the use of a platform that is considered to be slightly outdated. Despite this potential drawback, the Seal U nevertheless appears to have a promising future.
European consumers are becoming increasingly eco-conscious, and BYD's offer of competitive electric cars could well be an effective strategy for capturing this market. Its policy competitive ratesThe new "B" brand, in particular, could be a major asset in attracting these consumers.
However, it is still too early to determine whether BYD will succeed in destabilise Tesla's hegemony in the car market. Electric SUVs with its new Seal U model. The competitive landscape is difficult and full of uncertainty. For BYD, the key question is whether the Seal U will be able to meet consumer expectations and compete effectively with Tesla. Time will tell!
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