The BYD SEAL U Comfort is a versatile electric SUV designed for everyday efficiency and space, officially available in Europe since April 2024. Powered by a 71.8 kWh usable Blade battery, this front-wheel-drive model delivers a real-world range of 360 km with energy use rated at 199 Wh/km. Built on BYD’s E-Platform 3.0 and featuring LFP prismatic cells, it offers improved battery durability, safety, and longevity.
Charging is supported at 11 kW AC and up to 115 kW DC, enabling a 10–80% recharge in about 44 minutes. While acceleration to 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds isn’t lightning fast, the SEAL U Comfort focuses on family-oriented practicality with up to 1,440 L cargo space, V2L support (3.3 kW) for external appliance power, and an impressive Euro NCAP safety rating of 5 stars. Despite a modest 2/5 long-distance suitability score, the SEAL U delivers a confident blend of affordability, functionality, and technology for the modern EV driver.
BYD SEAL U Comfort Full Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Availability | Since April 2024 |
| Battery Capacity | 71.8 kWh usable / 73.0 kWh nominal (LFP – BYD Blade) |
| Real-World Range | 360 km |
| WLTP Range | 420 km |
| Energy Efficiency | 199 Wh/km (real-world) |
| Charging (AC) | 11 kW onboard |
| AC Charging Time | ~7h45m |
| Fast Charging (DC) | 115 kW max; 10–80% in 44 min |
| Autocharge / Plug & Go | Not supported |
| Performance | 0–100 km/h in 9.3 sec, top speed 175 km/h |
| Motor Output | 160 kW (218 PS), 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Long-Distance Rating | 2/5 (1-stop range: 352 km avg.) |
| Consumption Range | 135–282 Wh/km |
| Platform | BYD e-Platform 3.0 (EV-dedicated) |
| Bidirectional Charging | V2L supported, 3.3 kW output |
| Safety Rating | Euro NCAP: 5 stars (90% adult, 86% child) |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 4785 × 1890 × 1668 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765 mm |
| Unladen Weight | 2095 kg |
| Cargo Capacity | 552–1440 L |
| Seats / ISOFIX | 5 / Yes (3 points) |
| Towing Capacity | Braked: 1300 kg / Unbraked: 750 kg |
| Car Body Type | SUV (Segment JD – Large) |
