BYD introduced the BYD Seal at the 12th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit, showing off a high-performing, comfortable, and tech-packed electric car.
This new EV is powered by a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup and is rated to deliver 529 PS and 670 Nm of torque, going from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds. Running on a 82.6 kWh Blade Battery, it offers up to 580 km on a single charge.
The Seal is the first BYD EV in the Philippines to use Cell-to-Body Technology, giving it better balance and stability. It also features Intelligent Torque Adaption Control (iTAC) for smooth handling, along with Frequency Selective Damping shock absorbers for a comfortable ride on all roads. Charging is fast too—30% to 80% in just 30 minutes with its 150 kWh DC fast charger.
Design-wise, the BYD Seal is striking with its X-design concept, bold headlights, and 19-inch alloy wheels, and recently won the iF Design Award in 2023. Measuring 4,800 mm in length, it offers roomy legroom, 50 liters of front storage, and 400 liters in the trunk for practical use.
Inside, it has a sleek black cabin with suede accents, leather sports seats, and a panoramic glass roof. The interior features a 10.25-inch digital gauge and a 15.6-inch rotating infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a 12-speaker Dynaudio system for premium sound. The cabin also includes dual wireless chargers, 4G connectivity, and over-the-air updates to keep the system up-to-date.
For safety, the BYD Seal has 8 airbags, a DiPilot Advanced Driver Assistance System, and a 360-degree camera. Features like adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, lane assist, and blind spot detection have earned it top safety ratings with 5 stars from Euro NCAP and ANCAP.
Price and availability
The BYD Seal comes in four colors: Arctic Blue, Atlantis Gray, Cosmos Black, and Aurora White.
It’s priced at PhP 2,548,000 and includes warranties of:
- 8 years or 160,000 km for the Blade Battery
- 8 years or 150,000 km for the drive unit
- 6 years or 150,000 km for the vehicle