Chinese biggest EV maker BYD strives to make appealing, high-tech, intelligent electric driving more affordable and accessible for European motorists.
After launching three full-electric vehicles in Europe: the BYD ATTO 3 (C-Segment SUV), the BYD HAN (E-segment sedan) and the BYD TANG (E-segment SUV), the BYD DOLPHIN and the BYD SEAL are the next full-electric vehicles to be launched in Europe. The BYD DOLPHIN is a C-segment hatchback with high levels of practicality, efficiency, accessibility, and a reassuring range. The BYD SEAL is a highly stylised, sporty and dynamic D-segment sedan equipped with advanced technology.
The BYD DOLPHIN and the BYD SEAL are the first European models in the Ocean series to adopt the “Ocean Aesthetics” design concept. Both new electric vehicles are built on the state-of-the-art BYD e-Platform 3.0. The front-wheel drive DOLPHIN features a 60 kW Lithium Iron Phosphate BYD Blade Battery. The BYD SEAL has an 82 kWh Blade Battery with rear-wheel drive and an all-wheel drive version.
BYD DOLPHIN is based on a Cell-to-Pack (CTP) technology, whilst the BYD SEAL benefits from the evolved Cell-to-Body (CTB) technology. This means that the battery is integrated within the body floor, creating a sandwich-like structure that incorporates the Blade Battery and the tray. The benefit of this advanced CTB technology is that the vehicle’s body is lower for better aerodynamics while increasing body rigidity for enhanced safety, with a design that offers more cabin space due to reduced battery pack volume. The BYD SEAL (AWD) also has an 8-in-1 electric drivetrain with dual motors providing a combined power of 230/390 kW or 313/531 ps.
The BYD DOLPHIN arrives in Europe in June 2023. This practical and appealing C-segment hatchback offers a reassuring WLTP combined range of 427km.
The BYD SEAL will be displayed in European BYD stores in September. The sporty D-segment sedan will be on sale with an 82 kWh battery offering a WLTP-range of 520km for the all-wheel-drive configuration and 570km for the rear-wheel-drive version.
While the BYD SEAL is a sporty, high-tech vehicle with surprisingly practical characteristics, the BYD DOLPHIN is positioned in the heart of the C-segment, offering European consumers a practical and accessible full-electric vehicle.
With the BYD ATTO 3 C-segment SUV, the BYD HAN E-sedan, and BYD TANG E-SUV, BYD now offers five appealing full-electric vehicles for European customers, with options across multiple segments and various price ranges.
BYD SEAL
BYD SEAL features an 8-in-1 electric drivetrain with an efficient electric motor that delivers 230 kW (313 PS) on the rear-wheel-drive version. The all-wheel drive configuration features an 8-in-1 and a 3-in-1 electric drivetrain that sends 160 kW to the front wheels and 230 kW to the back wheels for a maximum combined motor power output of 390 kW (530 PS).
BYD SEAL AWD has semi-active suspension technology with variable frequency dampers for ultimate responsiveness. When the road conditions are smooth, the damping is relatively high, allowing for more stable vehicle dynamics and better handling. When there are potholes or rough surfaces, the damping automatically reduces to absorb the impact of the road better, assuring a high-quality ride.
Like all BYD passenger vehicles, BYD SEAL also benefits from the Cobalt Free Lithium Iron-Phosphate (LFP) BYD Blade Battery, which not only ensures safety, durability, and performance but also provides more interior space for the driver and passengers.
BYD SEAL will be offered in Europe in two trim levels, one with an 82 kWh rear-wheel drive drivetrain and the other with an 80 kWh all-wheel drive drivetrain, with WLTP-ranges ranging from 520 km to 570 km for the all-wheel drive variant.
BYD SEAL uses a high-voltage electric drive boost charging solution, which allows for faster charging and significantly reduces the waiting time for users to charge. The technology is developed based on the electric drive assembly, charging and distribution assembly and innovatively uses the motor inductor to replace the boost inductor in the original boost solution to meet the 420-750V voltage range of charging piles with high power DC charging.
As the system is highly integrated, the two modes of motor charging and driving are multiplexed, and during the charging process, SEAL reduces the heat generation of the charging and distribution assembly for more reliable performance. The high-voltage electric drive boost charging solution can make full use of the national charging standard current limit to achieve a wide band of constant power charging. The charging power is 11 kW AC 3 phase. With a 150 kW DC charger, the battery can be replenished from 30% to 80 % in just 26 minutes. The maximum charging peak is 150 kW.
BYD SEAL will be available in 4 standard colours, 2 optional colours and 6 interior trim colours. More information and exact prizes will be announced closer to the official launch of BYD SEAL in August 2023.
Main Specifications BYD SEAL
| Items | BYD SEAL |
| Dimension (L/W/H) | 4,800/1,875/1,460 |
| wheelbase(mm) | 2920 |
| Drive type | RWD/AWD |
| Top speed (km/h) | 180 |
| Motor power(kW) | 230/390 |
| 0-100km/h acceleration time (s) | 5.9/3.8 |
| Wheel size (inch) | 19 |
| Electric range (km) | 570/520 (WLTP combined) |
| Trunk volume (L) | 402+53 frunk |
| Seating capacity (occupants) | 5 |
| Battery type | BYD Blade Battery (LFP) |
| Rated capacity (kWh) | 82 |
| Charging power | 150kW DC 11kW AC (3 phase) |
| DC charging time (30-80%, min) | 26 |
| Heat Pump | Standard |
| V2L function | Standard |
BYD DOLPHIN
BYD DOLPHIN has a reassuring WLTP combined electric range of 427 km. Charging power is 11 kW AC 3 phase. High performance is also achieved when it comes to recharging. The 100 kW DC charger can replenish the battery from 30% to 80% in just 29 minutes. BYD DOLPHIN is also equipped with VTOL, so the car battery can easily charge external devices.
There is also a high-efficiency integrated heat pump as standard on BYD DOLPHIN. The industry’s first direct cooling and heating system for power batteries increases the thermal efficiency by up to 15% in the winter. This innovative system leverages the residual heat from the surroundings, the powertrain, the passenger compartment and even the batteries, and can work at a wide range of temperatures. Intelligent thermal management for extreme weather conditions enables an excellent low-temperature driving range. As a sub-function of the smart brake system, the CRBS coordinated regenerative braking system can efficiently recover the braking energy of the whole vehicle.
More information and exact prices will be announced closer to the official launch of BYD DOLPHIN in June 2023.
Main specifications BYD DOLPHIN (60 kWh)
| Items | BYD DOLPHIN |
| Dimension (L/W/H) | 4,290/1,770/1,570 |
| wheelbase(mm) | 2700 |
| Drive type | FWD |
| Top speed (km/h) | 160 |
| Motor power(kW) | 150 |
| 0-100km/h acceleration time (s) | 7 |
| Wheel size (inch) | 16/17 |
| Electric range (km) | 427(WLTP combined) |
| Trunk volume (L) | 345/1,310 |
| Seating capacity (occupants) | 5 |
| Battery type | BYD BladeBattery (LFP) |
| Rated capacity (kWh) | 60 |
| Charging power | 88kW DC 11kW AC (3 phase) |
| DC charging time (30-80%, min) | 29 |
| Heat Pump | Standard |
| V2L function | Standard |
