{"id":"byd-seal-excellence-2024","model_id":"byd-seal","variant_name":"Excellence","model_year":2024,"battery_capacity_kwh":85.0,"battery_usable_kwh":82.5,"battery_chemistry":"LFP","battery_warranty_years":8,"battery_warranty_km":200000,"range_wltp_km":520,"range_real_world_km":450,"consumption_wltp_kwh_100km":17.3,"consumption_real_world_kwh_100km":18.3,"ac_charge_power_kw":11.0,"dc_charge_power_kw":150.0,"connector_types":"[]","bidirectional_charging":"[]","total_power_kw":390.0,"total_torque_nm":670.0,"acceleration_0_100_sec":3.8,"top_speed_kph":180,"weight_curb_kg":2150,"weight_gross_kg":2650,"payload_kg":500,"towing_capacity_braked_kg":0,"towing_capacity_unbraked_kg":0,"length_mm":4800,"width_mm":1875,"height_mm":1460,"wheelbase_mm":2920,"ground_clearance_mm":150,"trunk_capacity_liters":400,"trunk_max_liters":400,"frunk_capacity_liters":50,"data_quality":"verified","sources":"[\"https://www.byd.com/eu/seal/specifications\", \"https://www.byd.com/de/seal\", \"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BYD_Seal\"]","notes":"The BYD Seal Excellence AWD represents BYD's high-performance sedan offering, delivering supercar-level acceleration (3.8s 0-100 km/h) at a mid-range price point. The dual-motor all-wheel-drive system provides exceptional traction and handling in all weather conditions while maintaining impressive efficiency. With 530 hp and 670 Nm of torque, it rivals or exceeds the Tesla Model 3 Performance and BMW i4 M50 in straight-line performance. The 0.219 drag coefficient helps maintain competitive range despite the added weight of the dual motors. Standard equipment is comprehensive, including premium features like Nappa leather, Dynaudio sound system, and advanced DiPilot driver assistance. The Blade Battery's LFP chemistry ensures long-term reliability with minimal degradation over 3000+ charge cycles, making it an excellent choice for high-mileage drivers.\n","created_at":"2026-02-08","updated_at":"2026-02-08","brand":"BYD","model_name":"Seal","body_style":"sedan","segment":"D","markets":[{"market_code":"DE","currency":"EUR","price_base":52990,"price_including_vat":52990,"available_from":"2023-11-01","availability_status":"available","notes":"BYD Seal Excellence AWD delivers supercar-level performance (3.8s 0-100 km/h, 530 hp)\nat a mid-range price point, competing directly with Tesla Model 3 Performance\nand BMW i4 M50.\n\nDual-motor all-wheel-drive with 390 kW (530 hp) and 670 Nm torque.\n82.5 kWh Blade Battery (LFP chemistry) provides exceptional safety and longevity.\n520 km WLTP range with impressive efficiency despite AWD performance.\nPremium standard equipment: Nappa leather, Dynaudio sound, head-up display, DiPilot.\n8-year/200,000 km battery warranty with 3000+ charge cycle durability.\n\nExcellent all-weather capability with AWD traction control.\nQualifies for 0.25% company car tax benefit (under €70k threshold).\nLower total cost of ownership than comparable German premium EVs.\n\nPopular Configuration: Seal Excellence with metallic paint + brown leather = €54,780\n\nCompany Car Calculation (Germany):\n- Gross list price: €52,990\n- Monthly tax base: €52,990 × 0.25% = €132.48 (vs. €529.90 for ICE)\n- Annual tax savings vs. ICE: ~€4,769\n"},{"market_code":"ES","currency":"EUR","price_base":48590,"price_including_vat":48590,"available_from":"2024-01-01","availability_status":"available","notes":"BYD Seal Excellence is the AWD dual-motor version with 82.5 kWh Blade Battery.\nAvailable in Spain through BYD's dealer network.\nSpain has 21% IVA (VAT) included in listed prices.\nMOVES III program has expired; no national subsidies currently apply.\n"},{"market_code":"FR","currency":"EUR","price_base":49990,"price_including_vat":49990,"available_from":"2024-01-01","availability_status":"available","notes":"BYD Seal Excellence AWD delivers supercar-level performance (3.8s 0-100 km/h, 530 hp)\nat a mid-range price point, competing directly with Tesla Model 3 Performance\nand BMW i4 M50.\n\nDual-motor all-wheel-drive with 390 kW (530 hp) and 670 Nm torque.\n82.5 kWh Blade Battery (LFP chemistry) provides exceptional safety and longevity.\n570 km WLTP range (France specification).\nPremium standard equipment: Nappa leather, head-up display (HUD), Apple CarPlay/Android Auto,\nadaptive cruise control (ACC), heat pump.\n8-year/200,000 km battery warranty with 3000+ charge cycle durability.\n\nExcellent all-weather capability with AWD traction control.\nLower total cost of ownership than comparable premium EVs.\n\nAvailable financing: LLD from €559/month (49 months, 10,000 km/year, no deposit).\n"},{"market_code":"IT","currency":"EUR","price_base":50690,"price_including_vat":50690,"available_from":"2023-11-01","availability_status":"available","notes":"BYD Seal Excellence AWD delivers supercar-level performance (3.8s 0-100 km/h, 530 hp)\nat a mid-range price point, competing directly with Tesla Model 3 Performance\nand BMW i4 M50.\n\nDual-motor all-wheel-drive with 390 kW (530 hp) and 670 Nm torque.\n82.5 kWh Blade Battery (LFP chemistry) provides exceptional safety and longevity.\n520 km WLTP range with impressive efficiency despite AWD performance.\nPremium standard equipment: Leather seats, Dynaudio 12-speaker audio system,\nhead-up display (HUD), Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, heat pump, 360° camera,\nadaptive cruise control (ACC).\n\nOfficial distributor in Italy: Autotorino.\n\nPricing includes all standard equipment and ready-to-drive delivery.\nMetallic paint adds €1,100.\n\nPopular Configuration: Seal Excellence with metallic paint = €51,790\n"},{"market_code":"NL","currency":"EUR","price_base":53690,"notes":"The BYD Seal Excellence AWD delivers supercar-level performance with 390 kW (530 hp)  and 670 Nm torque, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds. Equipped with  the 82.5 kWh Blade Battery (LFP chemistry), it offers 520 km WLTP range. Premium  features include Nappa leather seats, Dynaudio 12-speaker audio system, head-up display,  warmtepomp, and V2L capability. The dual-motor AWD system provides excellent traction  in all weather conditions."},{"market_code":"PL","currency":"PLN","price_base":235900,"price_including_vat":235900,"available_from":"2023-12-01","availability_status":"available","notes":"BYD Seal Excellence top-spec AWD electric sedan in Poland.\n520km WLTP range (600km urban) with 82.5 kWh BYD Blade Battery.\nDual-motor AWD delivering 530 HP (390 kW) and 670 Nm torque.\nImpressive 3.8s 0-100 km/h acceleration, 180 km/h top speed.\n\n150 kW DC fast charging (10-80% in ~37 minutes).\n11 kW AC charging standard (optional 22 kW available).\n\nPrices include 23% VAT. Eligible for \"Mój elektryk\" subsidy\nup to 27,000 PLN, reducing effective price to 208,900 PLN.\n\nPremium Chinese electric sedan with BYD's proven Blade Battery\ntechnology (LFP chemistry). Excellent safety and thermal management.\n\nExcellence trim includes Nappa leather, head-up display,\nDynaudio audio, heat pump, and full suite of ADAS features.\n\nCompetes with Tesla Model 3 Long Range, Polestar 2 Long Range,\nand Hyundai Ioniq 6 AWD in Polish mid-premium EV sedan market.\n"}]}