BYD Seal Dynamic, Premium, Performance Variants Explained: What's Different?

After showcasing the Seal at the 2023 Auto Expo, BYD has finally launched the electric sedan in India, with a starting price of Rs 41 lakh (ex-showroom). The four-door EV from the Chinese automaker has arrived in our market through the CBU method. Its design elements include a sloping roofline, electronic hidden flush door handles, 19-inch dual-tone diamond-cut alloy rims, a rear LED bar spanning the length of the bonnet, and a black diffuser. The new EV from BYD’s stable is offered in three variants: Dynamic (entry-level), Premium (mid-level), and Performance (Higher-spec), priced at Rs 41 lakh, Rs 45.55 lakh, and Rs 53 lakh, respectively. These are ex-showroom figures. In this article, we have detailed the three variants of the electric sedan to enable potential buyers to make an informed selection when purchasing the car in India. So, without further ado, let's take a look at what each variant offers.

BYD Seal Dynamic RWD

The Seal's base Dynamic version is powered by a smaller 61.44kWh battery that powers the rear wheels. It produces 201bhp and 310Nm and has a claimed range of 510 kilometres.

The entry-level model includes the following features:

-Rear Parking Sensor (4 Zones)
-8 Airbags
-Dual stage pretensioner on front and rear seat belts
-Front Parking Sensor (2 Zones)
-ISOFIX Child restraint anchorage points
-Seat belt reminder- front & rear
-360-degree Camera
-Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
-Hill Hold Control (HHC)
-Auto-hold
-Intelligent power brake system
-Electric Power Steering (DP-EPS)
-Traction Control System (TCS)
-Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
-Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
-Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
-Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)
-Emergency Lane Keeping Assist (ELKA)
-Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
-Predictive Collision Warning (PCW)
-Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
-Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)
-Front Cross Traffic Brake (FCTB)
-Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
-Rear Cross Traffic Brake (RCTB)
-Intelligent Speed Limit Information (ISLI)
-Intelligent Speed Limit Control (ISLC)
-Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
-Door Open Warning (DOW)
-High Beam Assist (HMA)
-Electrically heated and adjustable exterior mirrors
-FM Radio
-Android Auto (wireless)
-Apple CarPlay (USB) 
-Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
-Silver-plated Panoramic Glass Roof
-Electronic hidden door handles
-Rear windscreen mount antenna
-One-touch open/close tailgate
-12 speakers Sound System
-Voice assistant – English
-Bluetooth phone connectivity and Audio streaming
-15.6-inch (39.6 cm) intelligent rotating touchscreen display

BYD Seal Premium RWD

With a larger 82.56kWh battery that also propels the rear wheels, the BYD Seal Premium model produces 308bhp and 360Nm. The Premium model boasts a range of 650 kilometres, which is the longest in the lineup. 

Features (in addition to Dynamic)

-DC Charging Port-CCS 2 (150KW)
-Door mirror position memory
-Genuine leather-wrapped steering wheel
-Genuine leather-wrapped seats
-Driver seat 4-way lumbar power adjustment
-Head Up Display (W-HUD)
-Door mirror auto-tilt
-Courtesy seating
-Driver seat with position memory

BYD Seal Performance (AWD)

The larger 82.56kWh battery found in the mid-level variant is also included in the higher-spec Performance edition. The top-spec model comes equipped with all-wheel drive capability and two electric motors (front and rear). Its performance specs are 523bhp and 670Nm, but its range is only 580 kilometres.

Features (in addition to Premium)

-Intelligence Torque Adaption Control (ITAC)
-Electronic child lock

Interested buyers can reserve the Seal in India for Rs 1.25 lakh. However, if you reserve the model by March 31, you will be eligible for several benefits, including free home charger installation, a 3kW portable charging box, and six years of roadside assistance, among others.