Is the BYD Seal worth considering?

A compelling Model 3 alternative where the dealer network and software support are strong. Charging speed is good, not class-leading.

How far can it go?

The published reference is 460–570 km. That figure is labelled WLTP, version dependent, so it should only be compared directly with another result from the same testing system and an equivalent version.

Sustained speed, temperature, wind, elevation, tyres, load, and cabin heating or cooling can change the distance available on a real journey. Use the official figure to compare versions, then plan with a margin appropriate to the route.

Understand EPA, WLTP, and CLTC range ↗

How quickly does it charge?

The highest published DC figure in this guide is Up to 150 kW. 10–80% in about 37 minutes claimed. Peak power is only one point on a charging curve, so it does not describe an entire stop.

Home charging time depends on battery energy added, the car’s AC limit, the charger, and normal conversion losses. Use the Charjin calculator with the power available where you live.

Estimate a charging session ↗

What should you verify before buying?

The reference battery entry is 61.4 or 82.5 kWh. Confirm whether a local source quotes gross or usable capacity, then check the separate battery warranty, its retained-capacity threshold, transfer rules, and exclusions.

Equipment such as battery preconditioning, a heat pump, vehicle-to-load power, and included charging cables can vary by trim and country even when the model name is unchanged.

What changes by market?

Trims, motor outputs, batteries, connectors, warranties, driver-assistance features, and software services may differ. The same model name can still represent a different local specification.

Charjin does not silently blend regional values. Where a source is market-specific, the market and test cycle belong next to the value.

Where this guide starts.

Last checked 28 July 2026. Specifications are reference values, not a substitute for the local order sheet or owner documentation.