- On sale
- FBT exempt
- Under LCT threshold
- 3 variants
- Medium car
BYD Seal
Price, range and specs in Australia
From$46,990to $61,990 RRP before on-road costs
The BYD Seal is an electric medium car on sale in Australia since 2023. Three variants are available: Dynamic, Premium and Performance. Prices run from $46,990 to $61,990 before on-road costs. WLTP range runs from 460 km on the Dynamic to 570 km on the Premium, from batteries of 64 to 85 kWh.
BYD Seal variants and prices
RRP before on-road costs. Choose a variant for its full specs.
| Variant | Price (RRP) | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive | Seats | Best for | Full specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic2023 to current | $46,990 | 460 km | 64 kWh LFP | 7.5 s | RWD | 5 | Best value | Specs → |
| Premium2023 to current | $52,990 | 570 km | 85 kWh LFP | 5.9 s | RWD | 5 | Longest range | Specs → |
| Performance2023 to current | $61,990 | 520 km | 85 kWh LFP | 3.8 s | AWD | 5 | Quickest | Specs → |
Compare the Seal variants
Headline figures side by side. The best figure in each row is highlighted.
| Spec | Dynamic | Premium | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (RRP) | $46,990 | $52,990 | $61,990 |
| Range (WLTP) | 460 km | 570 km | 520 km |
| Real-world range, combined* | 444 km | 550 km | 501 km |
| Real-world range, highway* | 400 km | 496 km | 452 km |
| Battery (total, usable) | 64 kWh (61.4) LFP | 85 kWh (82.6) LFP | 85 kWh (82.6) LFP |
| DC fast charge · 10–80% | 110 kW · 34 min | 150 kW · 38 min | 150 kW · 38 min |
| AC charging (max) | 7 kW | 7 kW | 7 kW |
| Power | 150 kW | 230 kW | 390 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 360 Nm | 670 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.5 s | 5.9 s | 3.8 s |
| Top speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot (seats up) | 400 L | 400 L | 400 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,922 kg | 2,055 kg | 2,185 kg |
*Zecar estimate from WLTP and body shape, at a 70 km/h (combined) or 110 km/h (highway) average.
Premium vs Dynamic
Costs $6,000 more and adds 110 km of WLTP range and 80 kW. 1.6 s quicker to 100 km/h.
Performance vs Premium
Costs $9,000 more and adds 160 kW and all-wheel drive, but has 50 km less range. 2.1 s quicker to 100 km/h.
BYD Seal range and running costs
WLTP is the official test. Real-world is Zecar's combined estimate at a 70 km/h average.
| Variant | Per 100 km | Full charge |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | $4.59 | $20 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $27 |
| Performance | $5.45 | $27 |
Charging at home at 33c/kWh, on the real-world combined estimate.
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Every variant takes 7 kW AC at home.
| Variant | Home AC (max) | Home 0–100% | DC fast (max) | DC 10–80% | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | 7 kW | 9 hrs | 110 kW | 34 min | Charging guide → |
| Premium | 7 kW | 9 hrs | 150 kW | 38 min | Charging guide → |
| Performance | 7 kW | 9 hrs | 150 kW | 38 min | Charging guide → |
Seal size, boot space and towing
Every variant shares the same body.
| Spec | Dynamic | Premium | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length × width × height | 4,800 × 1,875 × 1,460 mm | 4,800 × 1,875 × 1,460 mm | 4,800 × 1,875 × 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,920 mm | 2,920 mm |
| Ground clearance | 120 mm | 120 mm | |
| Turning circle | 11.4 m | 11.4 m | 11.4 m |
| Boot (seats up / folded) | 400 L | 400 L | 400 L |
| Frunk | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,922 kg | 2,055 kg | 2,185 kg |
| Warranty (car / battery) | 6 yrs, 150,000 km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km | 6 yrs, 150,000 km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km | 6 yrs, 150,000 km / 8 yrs, 16,000 km |
Lease the Seal from your pre-tax salary
All three Seal variants are under the $91,387 LCT threshold, so they are FBT exempt. See your weekly cost for any variant before you talk to a provider.
Cross-shopping the Seal?
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How the Dynamic ranks
Range (WLTP)
3rd of 4
460 km
Price
2nd of 4
$46,990
Power
3rd of 4
150 kW
Boot space
3rd of 4
400 L
DC charging
3rd of 4
110 kW
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BYD Seal FAQs
The BYD Seal is priced from $46,990 for the Dynamic to $61,990 for the Performance before on-road costs.
460 to 570 km on the WLTP test, or an estimated 444 to 550 km in mixed real-world driving.
Three variants are on sale: Dynamic ($46,990), Premium ($52,990) and Performance ($61,990).
The Performance costs $15,000 more and adds 60 km of WLTP range, 240 kW and all-wheel drive. 3.7 s quicker to 100 km/h.
About 9 hours from empty to full on a home wallbox, or 34 to 38 minutes from 10 to 80% on a DC fast charger, depending on the variant.
Yes. All three variants are priced under the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so every one qualifies for the FBT exemption on a novated lease.
The boot holds 400 litres with the rear seats up.
5 seats.
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