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New BYD Seal Deals

The BYD Seal is an all-electric sports saloon, and it was the first car BYD built using Cell-to-Body construction. That method makes the Blade Battery part of the chassis rather than a pack bolted beneath it. The result is a body with exceptional torsional rigidity, quoted at 40,500 Nm/degree. You feel it on the road as a car that stays planted and quiet where a softer structure would flex and fidget.

That engineering comes from a company built on batteries. BYD was founded in 1995 and grew into one of the world's largest new energy vehicle manufacturers by designing its own core components. Those range from the cobalt-free LFP Blade Battery to the 8-in-1 e-Platform 3.0 the Seal is built on. Owning the whole chain is why a car at this price can carry technology usually reserved for pricier rivals.

In the UK the Seal comes as two trims, both using the same 82.5kWh Blade Battery. The Design is rear-wheel drive with a 354-mile WLTP range, and the Excellence adds a second motor for all-wheel drive and a 323-mile range. Whichever you choose, this is a five-seat electric vehicle (EV) with zero tailpipe emissions, competing with established German executive saloons on space and presence while costing far less to run.

If your daily driving sits well inside 300 miles between charges, the Design covers it with range to spare and the lowest running costs in the range. Drivers who want the quicker car, or who value the extra traction of all-wheel drive through a British winter, will find the Excellence makes a stronger case. Our colleagues can talk you through both.

BYD Seal Interior

The Seal's cabin turns that structural thinking into space. Because Cell-to-Body packaging keeps the battery flat and low, the floor sits lower than a conventional layout allows, so five adults get proper head and legroom despite the car's low-slung roofline. The 2,920mm wheelbase gives rear passengers the kind of legroom you'd expect from an executive saloon a class above.

Ahead of you sits a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen that switches between landscape and portrait at the touch of a button, paired with a 10.25-inch instrument display. It's a properly useful trick rather than a party piece: portrait suits a long navigation map, landscape suits split-screen menus, and you set it up the way you prefer instead of adapting to the car. A Head-Up Display is standard on the Excellence, projecting speed and navigation into your eyeline.

Comfort runs consistently across both trims. Nappa leather seats come as standard, heated and ventilated front and back, with an eight-way electrically adjustable driver's seat and four-way lumbar support. Dual-zone climate control, a PM2.5 cabin filter and a negative-ion generator keep the air clean, and multi-colour ambient lighting sets the mood after dark. The Dynaudio sound system runs 12 speakers, and two 50W pads charge phones without a cable.

Practicality holds up to the promise. The rear boot holds 485 litres, and a 72-litre front boot under the bonnet gives you a natural home for charging cables, so they never tangle with the luggage. Choose the standard black interior for a clean, contemporary look, or the optional Tahiti Blue for something you won't find in a German rival's colour book.

BYD Seal Exterior

Outside, the Seal wears BYD's Ocean-X design language, and the same low battery that opens up the cabin also drops the car's centre of gravity for a sleek, wind-cheating stance. The drag coefficient of 0.219 is genuinely low for a saloon, and it does real work. Less drag means less energy spent pushing through the air, which is part of how the Design reaches 354 miles from an 82.5kWh battery.

The detailing carries the theme through. An X-shaped front graphic frames slim LED headlights and daytime running lights. Concealed door handles sit flush with the bodywork until you need them, and a full-width LED light bar with dot-matrix elements spans the tail. It's a design confident enough to have won an iF Design Award in 2023, and it still looks current three years on.

Every Seal rolls on 19-inch bi-colour alloy wheels wrapped in 235/45 R19 tyres, and a panoramic roof floods the cabin with light. Six exterior colours are offered: Atlantis Blue as standard, with Obsidian Black, Polar White, Indigo Grey, Lavender Grey and Ruby Red as options. Of the six, Ruby Red arguably makes the boldest statement against the car's sharp surfacing, though the darker shades suit its executive side better.

BYD Seal Trims and Specifications

Both trims share almost all of their equipment, so the table below shows the standard specification across the range, with the Head-Up Display the main feature that separates them.

Feature Design (RWD) Excellence (AWD)
Technology & Infotainment
15.6-inch rotating touchscreen
10.25-inch instrument display
Head-Up Display (HUD)
Dynaudio 12-speaker sound system
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
"Hi BYD" intelligent voice control
Satellite navigation (three-year trial)
4G connectivity & over-the-air updates
Dual wireless charging (50W)
DAB+ / FM radio
Comfort & Convenience
Nappa leather seats
Heated & ventilated front seats
Eight-way electric driver's seat with memory
Four-way electric lumbar support
Dual-zone climate control
Heat pump
PM2.5 filter & negative-ion generator
Multi-colour ambient lighting
Panoramic roof
Electric tailgate
Keyless entry & start (Smart, NFC & Bluetooth key)
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L, up to 3,000W)
Safety & Driver Assistance
Euro NCAP five-star rating (2023)
Nine airbags (including front centre)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane keeping & Lane Change Assist
Blind Spot Detection
360-degree camera
Front & rear parking sensors
Rear Cross Traffic Alert & Brake
Traffic Sign Recognition
Child Presence Detection
ISOFIX (front passenger & outer rear)
Emergency call (eCall)
Exterior
19-inch bi-colour alloy wheels
Full-width LED light bar
Concealed door handles
Privacy glass

BYD Seal Engines and Performance

The two trims differ in pace, not battery: each uses the same 82.5kWh Blade Battery, so the choice comes down to range against performance. The Design's single rear motor is brisk and efficient; the Excellence's dual-motor setup is properly quick. The table below sets out the battery, range, performance and charging figures side by side.

Specification Design (RWD) Excellence (AWD)
Battery & Range
Battery typeBYD Blade Battery (LFP)BYD Blade Battery (LFP)
Battery capacity82.5kWh82.5kWh
Range, combined (WLTP)354 miles323 miles
Range, city (WLTP)428 miles372 miles
Consumption, combined (WLTP)3.74 miles/kWh3.41 miles/kWh
CO2 emissions0 g/km0 g/km
Performance
DrivetrainRear-wheel driveAll-wheel drive (dual-motor)
Maximum power312 PS (230kW)530 PS (390kW)
Maximum torque360 Nm670 Nm
0–62mph5.9 seconds3.8 seconds
Top speed111mph111mph
Drag coefficient0.219 Cd0.219 Cd
Charging
Charging portCCS2CCS2
Maximum AC charging11kW (3-phase)11kW (3-phase)
AC charge, 0–100%8.6 hours8.6 hours
Maximum DC charging150kW150kW
DC charge, 10–80%37 minutes37 minutes
DC charge, 30–80%26 minutes26 minutes

WLTP range and consumption figures are obtained under standard test conditions and are for comparison only. Actual range depends on driving style, weather, load and conditions. Charging times vary with battery temperature, charger specification and state of charge.

On the road, the Excellence backs its figures with substance. Its 40,500 Nm/degree body rigidity, near 50:50 weight balance and BYD's Intelligent Torque Adaption Control (iTAC) keep it composed when you press on. Its all-wheel-drive traction is reassuring on a wet or cold morning. A double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension with frequency-variable damping lets it stay firm through corners yet soften over broken surfaces, so the pace never costs you comfort.

Where Can You Buy the New BYD Seal?

Vertu is a franchised BYD retailer, with new BYD cars including the Seal available through five dealerships: Vertu BYD Gloucester, Vertu BYD Hartlepool, Vertu BYD Macclesfield, Vertu BYD Morpeth and Vertu BYD Worcester. Our colleagues know the range in detail and can help you decide between the Design and the Excellence, arrange a test drive, and handle your part-exchange from start to finish.

You can begin online or in person, whichever suits you. Book an appointment at your nearest BYD dealership, and if you'd like to keep your Seal in peak condition once you're driving it, our manufacturer-trained technicians look after every service through BYD servicing.

Learn More About BYD Seal Price Options

BYD Seal price options depend on the trim you choose and any extras you add, and the clearest way to see what your car would cost is a personalised quotation. Finance is available at Vertu across PCP, Hire Purchase and Personal Contract Hire, so you can match the Seal to a monthly budget in the way that suits you best. You can read how each option works on our finance explained pages.

When you're ready to talk numbers, contact your local dealership for a quotation and a part-exchange valuation on your current car. Our colleagues will give you a clear, no-pressure breakdown based on the exact Seal you want.

New BYD Seal Frequently Asked Questions

What Are the Main Features of the BYD Seal Electric Car?

The BYD Seal is an all-electric saloon built around an 82.5kWh Blade Battery, with up to 354 miles of WLTP range. Standard across both trims are a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen, a 12-speaker Dynaudio sound system, a 360-degree camera, a heat pump and a five-star Euro NCAP rating.

Beyond the headline kit, every Seal includes Nappa leather seats, dual-zone climate control, a panoramic roof and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) power output. There's also a full suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), from Adaptive Cruise Control to Blind Spot Detection. It's a well-equipped car whichever trim you pick.

Where Can I Find a BYD Seal for Sale in the UK?

You'll find the new BYD Seal for sale at Vertu through five BYD dealerships across England. In the West and South West we have Vertu BYD Worcester and Vertu BYD Gloucester; in the North West, Vertu BYD Macclesfield; and in the North East, Vertu BYD Hartlepool and Vertu BYD Morpeth.

Each dealership has colleagues on hand to walk you through the Seal in person or online, arrange a test drive, and configure the trim and colour you want. Browse the full new BYD range to compare the Seal alongside other models before you order.

How Much Boot Space Does the BYD Seal Have?

The BYD Seal offers 485 litres of rear boot space, plus a 72-litre front boot, or frunk, under the bonnet, giving 557 litres of total luggage capacity. That rear figure is competitive for an electric saloon and comfortably takes a family's luggage or a large weekly shop.

The front boot is the more useful everyday touch. It's the natural place to store your charging cables, keeping them clean and separate from whatever's in the main boot, so you're not untangling leads over your shopping every time you stop to charge.

What Colours Is the BYD Seal Available In?

The BYD Seal comes in six exterior colours: Atlantis Blue as standard, with Obsidian Black, Polar White, Indigo Grey, Lavender Grey and Ruby Red available as options. Inside, you can choose a standard black interior or an optional Tahiti Blue finish.

The palette suits the car's character well. The darker shades lean into its executive side, while Ruby Red and Lavender Grey make more of the sharp Ocean-X surfacing. Our colleagues can show you the options in person and help you picture each on the Seal's fastback shape.

What Are the BYD Seal's Dimensions?

The BYD Seal measures 4,800mm long, 1,875mm wide and 1,460mm tall, with a 2,920mm wheelbase. That places it squarely in the D-segment, alongside executive saloons such as the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class, both on footprint and on interior space.

The long wheelbase is the figure that matters most day to day. It creates the generous rear legroom that makes the Seal comfortable for adults in the back on longer journeys, helped by the low, flat floor that BYD's Cell-to-Body battery packaging makes possible.

What Does the BYD Seal Excellence Offer?

The BYD Seal Excellence is the range-topping trim, adding a second electric motor for all-wheel drive and 530 PS, cutting the 0–62mph sprint to 3.8 seconds. It also gains a Head-Up Display and a five-link rear suspension with frequency-variable damping, on top of the Design's already generous specification.

It suits drivers who want the Seal's performance to match its looks, or who value all-wheel-drive traction through poor weather. The trade-off is a slightly shorter 323-mile WLTP range against the Design's 354 miles, a small price for the extra pace and grip.

Can I Finance a BYD Seal at Vertu?

Yes. You can finance a new BYD Seal at Vertu through Personal Contract Purchase (PCP), Hire Purchase (HP) or Personal Contract Hire (PCH). PCP keeps monthly payments lower with flexibility at the end of the term, HP is a straightforward route to owning the car outright, and PCH is a leasing option with no ownership.

Which suits you depends on how long you plan to keep the car and whether you want to own it. You can compare all three on our finance explained pages, then contact your local dealership for a personalised finance illustration.

Does the BYD Seal Hybrid Exist?

No. The BYD Seal saloon is a fully electric car (a BEV), not a hybrid, and it has no petrol engine. If you're looking for a BYD hybrid, the model you want is the BYD Seal U DM-i, a plug-in hybrid SUV that pairs a petrol engine with an electric motor and battery.

The two share a name but are different cars for different needs. The Seal is a sports saloon for drivers ready to go fully electric, while the Seal U DM-i suits those who want electric running for daily trips with petrol backup for longer ones. Our colleagues can compare both from the wider new BYD range.

Is the BYD Seal Available on Motability?

BYD models can be available through the Motability Scheme, which lets eligible customers exchange their mobility allowance for a car with insurance, servicing and breakdown cover included. Availability and terms for the BYD Seal can change, so the best way to check current options is to speak to our Motability specialists.

You can find out more, and confirm the latest terms for the Seal, on our BYD Motability pages, or by contacting your local dealership. Our colleagues will talk you through the process and help you find a model that fits your needs.

What Is the BYD Seal's Range?

The BYD Seal offers up to 354 miles of WLTP combined range in the rear-wheel-drive Design, and 323 miles in the all-wheel-drive Excellence. Both use the same 82.5kWh Blade Battery, and in city driving the official figures rise to 428 and 372 miles respectively, thanks to energy recovery at lower speeds.

For most drivers that means charging roughly once a week rather than daily. The standard heat pump helps protect range in cold weather, which is where many electric cars lose the most. It means the Seal holds on to more of its figure through a British winter than rivals without one.

What Is the BYD Seal's Performance Like?

The BYD Seal is quick in both forms. The Design manages 0–62mph in 5.9 seconds with 312 PS through the rear wheels, with a 0–60mph time marginally inside that. The dual-motor Excellence produces 530 PS and cuts the sprint to 3.8 seconds. Both are limited to 111mph.

Numbers aside, the Seal feels sure-footed rather than merely fast. Its Cell-to-Body structure, near 50:50 weight balance and iTAC stability control give it composed, confident handling, and the Excellence's frequency-variable dampers let it stay comfortable without dulling the way it drives.

Is the BYD Seal a Saloon or an SUV?

The BYD Seal is a saloon, specifically an all-electric D-segment sports saloon with a sleek fastback shape, seating five. It is not an SUV. If you're after a BYD SUV instead, the range includes the Seal U DM-i and other higher-riding models built for a more commanding driving position.

The distinction is worth getting right, because the Seal and the Seal U are separate cars. The Seal is low, sporty and fully electric; the SUVs sit taller with more ground clearance. You can compare body styles across the full new BYD range.

What Warranty Comes with the BYD Seal in the UK?

The BYD Seal comes with a six-year or 93,750-mile vehicle warranty and an eight-year or 93,750-mile warranty on the electric drive unit. The Blade Battery is covered for eight years or 125,000 miles, whichever comes first. Roadside assistance is included, and the cover transfers to a new owner if you sell the car.

That battery cover is the reassuring part for anyone new to electric cars. The Blade Battery is built to last more than 5,000 charge cycles, and its LFP chemistry handles regular full charging without the degradation that affects some other battery types.

Are BYD Seal Cars Reliable?

The BYD Seal has strong foundations for reliability. It uses BYD's cobalt-free LFP Blade Battery, known for thermal stability and long life, and an electric drivetrain with far fewer moving parts than a petrol car, which means less to wear out. It's backed by a six-year vehicle warranty and an eight-year battery warranty.

BYD's scale adds further confidence: it's one of the world's largest makers of EVs and builds its own core components, from batteries to motors, the same expertise behind every BYD electric car. Every Seal sold at Vertu is prepared and checked by our technicians, and looked after by BYD-trained colleagues throughout your ownership.

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