BYD · Seal U
BYD Seal U: priced from €39,223 in Belgium, 500 km of WLTP range, a 87 kWh battery, peak DC charging at 130 kW. On sale in 25 European markets.
BYD: World's top-selling NEV maker; own batteries, chips, and a growing European factory. HQ: Shenzhen, China.
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Specifications
- Range (WLTP)
- 500 km
- Battery
- 87 kWh
- Est. consumption
- ≈17.4 kWh/100 km derived: battery ÷ range
- Max DC charging
- 130 kW
- Cell chemistry
- LFP · Blade Battery BYD France Seal U page; page also lists 'BYD Blade Batterie' heading.
- Powertrain
- BEV battery electric
- Body type
- SUV
- Dimensions (L×W×H)
- 4785 × 1890 × 1668 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2765 mm
- Kerb weight
- 2020 kg
- Range (EPA)
- —
Safety & driver assistance
Standard equipment
- AEB — autonomous emergency braking
- Forward collision warning
- ACC — adaptive cruise control
- Lane keeping assist
- Lane departure warning
- Blind spot monitoring
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- 360° camera
- Tire pressure monitoring
- Vehicle stability control (ESC)
- ISOFIX child seat anchors
- Emergency call (eCall)
- High beam assist
- Driver drowsiness monitoring
- Rear parking sensors
- Predictive Collision Warning (PCW)
- Rear Collision Warning (RCW)
- Front Cross Traffic Alert & Brake (FCTA/FCTB)
- Lane Change Assist (LCA)
- Door Opening Warning (DOW)
- Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Control (ISLC)
- Child Presence Detection (CPD)
EU BEV Seal U spec leaflet (trims Comfort / Design) — all listed safety/assistance items standard on both trims. Euro NCAP 5-star (2023) was tested as 'BYD SEAL-U electric' i.e. this BEV variant. Airbag count not stated (lists driver, passenger, front centre, front side, side curtain). Lane items: LKA/ELKA/LDA/LDP; parking radar front and rear.
Sources: www.byd.com · www.byd.com · www.euroncap.com
Trims & options
- Boost (71.8 kWh, 420 km, 110 kW DC)
- Design (87 kWh, 500 km, 130 kW DC)
Europe
On saleSold in 25 markets — show all
- DE Germany
- FR France
- ES Spain
- NL Netherlands
- BE Belgium
- IT Italy
- NO Norway
- SE Sweden
- DK Denmark
- FI Finland
- AT Austria
- BG Bulgaria
- HR Croatia
- CZ Czechia
- GR Greece
- HU Hungary
- IS Iceland
- IE Ireland
- LU Luxembourg
- PL Poland
- PT Portugal
- RO Romania
- SI Slovenia
- CH Switzerland
- UK United Kingdom
Known as Sealion 6/Song Plus in other export markets; not offered in right-hand-drive UK; from EUR 39,223 in Belgium. | Market list = BYD Europe retail footprint (20+ countries, ~1,000 dealers 2025 -> 2,000 target 2026); individual model availability varies per country.
The sticker price isn't the whole story.
Purchase grants, tax breaks & road-tax perks — 25 markets pre-selected from this page. Every entry verified against its official source.
Can it charge at its peak?
Official peak DC rate is 130 kW. Public networks advertising at least that in your markets — slower stations still work, just below maximum speed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the range of the BYD Seal U?
Up to 500 km on the WLTP cycle, per the manufacturer's official figures.
How much does the BYD Seal U cost?
From €39,223 in Belgium — the official list price as of 2026-08-27. Prices vary by market and equipment.
How fast can the BYD Seal U charge?
Peak DC charging is 130 kW, with up to 11 kW AC onboard. Real-world speed depends on the station and battery temperature.
Where is the BYD Seal U available?
On sale in 25 European markets, including Germany, France, Spain and others. The full country list is on this page.
What safety rating does the BYD Seal U have?
5 of 5 stars from Euro NCAP (2023 test).
What battery chemistry does the BYD Seal U use?
LFP · Blade Battery (marketed as Blade Battery), as stated by the manufacturer.