BYD Seal
2024 model year
The Seal Design is BYD's most capable UK saloon, offering a large LFP battery, solid range, and 3.3kW V2L at a price that undercuts most rivals.
| Usable battery | 82.5 kWh |
|---|---|
| Gross battery | 82.56 kWh |
| WLTP range | 354 miles |
| Efficiency | 4.3 mi/kWh |
| Max AC charging | 11 kW |
| Max DC charging | 150 kW |
| Charge time 0–100% (7kW) | 13 hrs |
| Charge time 10–80% (DC) | 26 min |
| Charge port(s) | CCS2 |
| Seats | 5 |
| Boot capacity | 400 litres |
| Towing capacity | Not rated |
| Heat pump | Yes |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| BIK rate 2026/27 | 4% |
Supported
Output: 3.3 kW
V2L via dedicated socket; BYD Blade battery LFP chemistry
Max AC charging
11 kW
0–100% at 7kW: approx. 13 hrs
Max DC rapid charging
150 kW
10–80% rapid: approx. 26 min
Charge ports
CCS2
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How the BYD Seal Design RWD compares to similar EVs on battery, range, home charging speed and V2X capability.
Seal Design RWD
BYD CCS
The Seal Design is BYD's most capable UK saloon, offering a large LFP battery, solid range, and 3.3kW V2L at a price that undercuts most rivals.
Model 3 Long Range RWD
Tesla CCS
Faster 250kW DC charging and Supercharger access, though no V2L and higher price.
IONIQ 6 Long Range RWD
Hyundai CCS
800V ultra-rapid charging, V2L, and slightly longer WLTP range in a similar saloon body.
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
Polestar CCS
Premium Scandinavian saloon alternative with Android Automotive and competitive range.
LFP chemistry has a lower energy density than NMC, so a larger physical pack is needed to achieve comparable range. The 82.5kWh usable capacity delivers 354 miles WLTP. The upside is better cycle life and lower thermal runaway risk versus NMC cells of similar range.
The Seal Design has a dedicated socket that outputs up to 3.3kW, enough to run a washing machine, electric hob, or multiple smaller appliances simultaneously. It can also charge other EVs that support DC input via a compatible cable. There is no V2H or V2G capability.
The Seal Design peaks at 150kW DC, which gives a 10–80% time of approximately 26 minutes. The Tesla Model 3 Long Range peaks at 250kW. In practice, LFP batteries can sustain higher charge rates across a broader state-of-charge window, so real-world differences may be less dramatic than peak figures suggest.
At a similar price, the Seal offers a larger battery, V2L capability, and LFP chemistry's longevity benefits. The Model 3 has a more established UK Supercharger network, faster peak DC charging, and stronger brand recognition. The right choice depends on whether home-energy features or rapid-charging infrastructure matters more to you.
All data on this page was verified on 2026-05-14 from primary manufacturer and regulatory sources.