- Modern Design and Practical Dimensions
- Multiple Variants and Advanced Batteries
- Strong Performance and Impressive Acceleration
- Intelligent Driving and Safety Systems
- Expanding Seal Family and Strong Sales
- The Future of Affordable Electric Cars
Chinese automotive leader BYD has officially unveiled its new mid-size electric sedan, the Seal 06 EV, at the 2025 Chongqing Auto Show. This vehicle is a fresh addition to BYD’s popular “Ocean” series and serves as a sibling to the Qin L EV from the “Dynasty” lineup. The Seal 06 EV aims to strengthen BYD’s presence in the affordable electric vehicle segment by combining advanced technology with competitive pricing.
Modern Design and Practical Dimensions
The BYD Seal 06 EV features a dynamic, contemporary design that reflects the brand’s new identity. The car measures 4,720 mm in length, 1,880 mm in width, and 1,495 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,820 mm. These dimensions offer spacious interior room for passengers and practical cargo space suitable for families and daily use.
Multiple Variants and Advanced Batteries
The Seal 06 EV is available in three different trims, all equipped with BYD’s renowned Blade batteries utilizing lithium iron phosphate (LFP) technology, known for durability and high safety standards. The trims include:
Base trim: 46.08 kWh battery with a driving range of 470 km (CLTC standard), priced from 109,800 yuan (approx. $15,270 USD / 56,100 AED).
Mid trim: 56.64 kWh battery with a driving range of 545 km, priced from 119,800 yuan (approx. $16,670 USD / 61,500 AED).
Top trim: 56.64 kWh battery with a driving range of 545 km, priced from 129,800 yuan (approx. $18,060 USD / 66,100 AED).
All trims feature rear-wheel drive, with motor power output of 110 kW for the base trim and 160 kW for the higher trims. Maximum torque reaches 220 Nm for the base and 330 Nm for the upper trims.
Strong Performance and Impressive Acceleration
The Seal 06 EV delivers dynamic performance within its class; the base trim accelerates from 0 to 50 km/h in 4.1 seconds, while the higher trims achieve the same in just 3.1 seconds. The vehicle supports fast charging at up to 103 kW, enabling a charge from 30% to 80% in only 24 minutes, enhancing convenience for daily use and long-distance travel.
Intelligent Driving and Safety Systems
BYD equipped the new Seal 06 EV with its intelligent driving system, God’s Eye C, which relies on camera-based vision solutions (DiPilot 100) instead of LiDAR technology. This setup provides a smart and safe driving experience while keeping production costs low. Features include highway driving assistance, collision warnings, lane-keeping assist, and other safety enhancements to improve driver and passenger comfort.
Expanding Seal Family and Strong Sales
The launch of the Seal 06 EV marks an expansion of BYD’s Seal family, which also includes hybrid models like the Seal 05 DM-i, Seal 06 DM-i, and Seal 07 DM-i, as well as fully electric models such as the Seal 06 GT and Seal. Prices across the Seal lineup range from 79,800 yuan to 239,800 yuan, offering customers a wide variety of options to suit different needs and budgets.
In terms of sales, BYD recorded 382,476 vehicle deliveries in May 2025, a 15.27% year-on-year increase. The Seal family alone sold 25,587 units that month, marking an impressive 78.79% annual growth, reflecting increasing consumer demand for this category of electric vehicles.
The Future of Affordable Electric Cars
With the Seal 06 EV, BYD reaffirms its commitment to delivering electric vehicles that combine advanced performance, smart technology, and affordable pricing to meet the needs of a broad customer base in China and global markets. This model is expected to further accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles and make them a realistic and accessible choice for all, especially as battery and intelligent driving technologies continue to advance.
In conclusion, the BYD Seal 06 EV represents a significant step toward a smarter, more sustainable future in transportation and solidifies BYD’s position as one of the world’s leading innovators in the electric vehicle industry.
