BYD SEAL U SUV PHEV 1.5 DM-i Boost 5dr..Auto

The BYD SEAL U SUV DM-i Boost is a 5-door, front-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid (PHEV) mid-size SUV. It features BYD’s “Dual Mode – Intelligent” (DM-i) technology, combining a highly efficient 1.5-litre petrol engine with an electric powertrain. Positioned as a value-packed alternative to vehicles like the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, and MG HS, the Boost variant serves as the well-equipped entry-level trim for the BYD SEAL U DM-i line-up.
Key Specifications & Performance
Powertrain: 1.5-litre naturally aspirated 4-cylinder petrol engine paired with a front-mounted electric motor and a 1-speed automatic transmission.
Total System Output: 218 PS (215 bhp) and 300 Nm of torque.Acceleration: 0 to 62 mph in 8.9 seconds.
Top Speed: 105 mph.
Battery: 18.3 kWh BYD “Blade Battery” (Lithium-ion).Electric-Only Range: Up to 50 miles (WLTP combined).
Total Combined Range: Up to 670+ miles (1,080 km) on a full tank and full charge.
Charging Capabilities
Unlike many plug-in hybrids that only accept slow AC charging, the SEAL U features versatile charging options:
DC Rapid Charging: Supports up to 18 kW, replenishing the battery from 30% to 80% in approximately 35 minutes.AC Charging: Supports up to 11 kW, which takes about 2 hours for a 15–100% charge using a compatible home wallbox or public pillar.V2L (Vehicle-to-Load): Enables the vehicle to act as a mobile power bank to run external electronic devices.
Practicality & Dimensions
Seating Capacity: 5 seats.Boot Capacity: 425 litres with the seats up, expanding to 1,440 litres with the 60/40 split rear seats folded down
.Dimensions: 4,775 mm (L) x 1,890 mm (W) x 1,670 mm (H)
Towing Capacity: Up to 1,300 kg (braked).
Standard Features & Technology
The Boost trim is highly spec’d from the factory, giving it a strong edge over premium rivals at its price point:Infotainment:
Features BYD’s signature 15.6-inch rotatable central touchscreen that easily pivots between landscape and portrait orientations. It also includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and an Infinity sound system
.Comfort: Fitted with premium vegan leather upholstery, panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a PM2.5 air purification system.
Safety: Earned a 5-star Euro NCAP rating and includes standard active tech like Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Lane Change Assist.