BYD Seal Premium specs and price
Available 2023 - CurrentFBT exempt
The BYD Seal Premium is a rear-drive medium car priced from $52,990 RRP, with a 85kWh LFP battery and 570km of WLTP range (an estimated 550km in mixed real-world driving).
Price$52,990RRP before on-road costs
- 570 km
- Range (WLTP)
- 85 kWh
- Battery
- 150 kW
- DC Fast Charge
- 5.9 s
- 0–100 km/h
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Key Specs
- Price: The BYD Seal Premium costs $52,990 RRP before on-road costs in Australia.
- Range: 570km WLTP, or an estimated 550km in mixed real-world driving.
- Battery: 85kWh LFP (82.56kWh usable).
- Charging: Up to 150kW DC (10-80% in 38 minutes) and 7kW AC (0-100% in 9 hrs).
- 0-100 km/h: 5.9 seconds.
- Ground clearance: 120mm.
- Weight: 2,055kg kerb weight.
- Boot space: 400L; 50L frunk.
- V2L / V2H / V2G: Supports V2L at 3.3kW; V2H no; V2G no.
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About the Seal
The BYD Seal Extended Range is a stylish sedan that pushes the boundaries of electric vehicle performance and comfort. With a larger battery, it offers extended range capabilities, making it suitable for longer journeys without compromising on performance. The interior boasts luxury finishes and state-of-the-art technology, aimed at competing with premium electric vehicles in the market.
Battery and Charging
How EV charging works| Battery size (capacity)* | 85 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery size (useable) | 82.56 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP |
| Charge port type (AC / DC) | Type 2 / CCS |
| Charge port location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge power (max) – AC | 7 kW |
| Charge time (0-100%) – AC | 9 hrs |
| Fast charge power (max) – DC | 150 kW |
| Fast charge power (avg) – DC | 99.7 kW |
| Fast charge time (10-80%) – DC | 38 minutes |
Cost to fully charge at home: about $27 (82.56kWh at 33c/kWh, estimated)
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Bidirectional Charging (V2X)
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No |
|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Yes |
| Max Power Output (V2L) | 3.3 kW |
Range and Efficiency
| Test | Range | Consumption |
|---|---|---|
| WLTP (Combined) | 570 km | 145 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Combined)* | 550 km | 150 Wh/km |
| Real-world (City)* | 579 km | 143 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Highway)* | 496 km | 167 Wh/km |
Running cost: about $4.95 per 100km charging at home (estimated combined consumption at 33c/kWh)
*Estimated
A full charge costs about $27 on a standard tariff. Compare EV plans to cut it.
Performance
5.9 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
180 km/h
Top speed
230 kW
Power
360 Nm
Torque
Rear
Drive type
BEV
Fuel
Body and Chassis
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4800mm x 1875mm x 1460mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 120 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2,055 kg |
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Turning Circle | 11.4 m |
|---|---|
| Boot Capacity (std/max) | 400 L |
| Frunk Capacity | 50 L |
| EV Dedicated Platform | Yes |
| Platform | BYD e-platform 3.0 |
| Segment | Medium Car |
Compare Seal variants
| Variant | Price | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | $46,990 | 460 km | 64 kWh | 7.5 s | Rear |
| PremiumThis page | $52,990 | 570 km | 85 kWh | 5.9 s | Rear |
| Performance | $61,990 | 520 km | 85 kWh | 3.8 s | AWD |
Warranty and Servicing
Car warranty
6 years / 150,000 km
Battery warranty
8 years / 160,000 km
Regular service intervals
12 months / 20,000 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
$52,990 RRP before on-road costs.
An estimated 550km in mixed real-world driving, against 570km on the WLTP test.
About 9 hrs from empty on a 7kW home wallbox, or about 38 minutes from 10-80% on a DC fast charger.
About $27 for a full charge at home at 33c/kWh (82.56kWh battery, estimated). Charging cost calculator
Yes. At $52,990 it is under the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so it qualifies for the FBT exemption on a novated lease. See your weekly cost
The BYD Seal Dynamic is priced at $46,990, $6,000 less. It has 460km WLTP range vs 570km, a 64kWh battery vs 85kWh, 0-100 in 7.5s vs 5.9s. Compare all Seal variants
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