BYD SEAL 6 DM-i Sedan and Wagon Launched in Europe

• State-of-the-art Super Hybrid with DM (Dual Mode) technology combines an EV driving experience with the added flexibility of a compact petrol engine

• Up to 105km of pure-electric range and combined range, on a full charge and a full tank of fuel, of more than 1500km
• Spacious cabin & up to 1535 litres of boot space in BYD SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING
• Generous standard-equipment list delivers strong value for money

BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of new-energy vehicles, is proud to introduce the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i to European customers, delivering revolutionary Super Hybrid with DM technology to family sedan and estate buyers.

With a comfortable, spacious cabin packed with BYD’s trademark innovative technologies, and colossal real-world electric and combined range from its cutting-edge Super Hybrid powertrain, the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i is a perfect choice for both business and private customers seeking an EV driving experience with the real-world flexibility of Super Hybrid with DM technology. It’s available both as a sedan and, in a new body style for BYD in Europe, an ultra-practical wagon that offers up to 1535 litres of boot capacity (seats folded).

BYD SEAL 6 DM-i is the third Super Hybrid model to be launched by BYD across Europe, following the popular BYD SEAL U DM-i SUV, a model that has now sold well over a million examples worldwide. It uses a version of that car’s well-proven powertrain, allied with the lower profiles of the sedan and wagon body styles to deliver impressive efficiency. 

Executive Vice President of BYD Stella Li said, “We’ve always believed that Super Hybrid with DM technology is a game changer because it allows customers to experience an EV drive without any range anxiety. This has been proven with our BYD SEAL U DM-i SUV and we’re confident that our latest model, as a sedan and a wagon, has the potential to do the same. The ability to drive around town or tackle daily commutes as an EV, and yet have the potential to travel more than 1500km on a full charge and a full tank of fuel, is a compelling feature.”

OCEAN-INSPIRED DESIGN AND FULL-SIZED FLEXIBILITY

The BYD SEAL 6 DM-i sedan measures 4840mm long, 1875mm wide and 1495mm high, putting it firmly in the category of family-sized models, and a generous wheelbase of 2790mm that’s longer than any of its C-segment saloon rivals. Inspired by the ocean, its front-end design mixes flowing shapes with sharper lines in the lower bumper for a sporty, dynamic look that nonetheless contributes to the car’s incredible efficiency.

The BYD SEAL 6 DM-i has comfortable space for five adults, including excellent rear legroom and headroom. Its load space is more than capable of accommodating large suitcases or shopping bags, with a capacity of 491 litres, rising to 1370 litres when the 40:60-split rear seat is folded down.

The wave-inspired front grille has a clean, minimalist design, and it incorporates an active air-intake system that boosts that aero efficiency. The bold inverted trapezoidal lower grille is accented with chrome detailing and body-coloured surrounds, creating a distinctive, sophisticated presence. The BYD SEAL 6 DM-i’s ‘face’ is completed by crystal-inspired headlights that feature full-LED technology on all versions of the car and reflect the shimmer of ocean waves in a unique signature. 

Along the sides, sculpted dual waistlines accent the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i’s sleek profile and agile silhouette, aided by 18-inch ‘flying axe’ alloy wheels that enhance the feeling of speed and precision, hinting at the car’s strong performance even when it is stationary. 

At the rear, the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i’s tail-lights feature high-grade smoked finishes and layered LED-matrix sequences that are designed to create a flowing visual motion.

STYLISH LOOK FOR BYD’S FIRST EUROPEAN WAGON

The wagon version of the car, called BYD SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING, is precisely the same length and width as its sedan sibling, but marginally taller, at 1505mm. It features the same wheelbase too, giving it greater cabin space than you’ll find in many rival C-segment hybrid estates. When combined with the Super Hybrid powertrain’s efficiency, this creates a standout model in the class, capable and practical while also allowing daily pure-electric use and the flexibility of colossal real-world combined range.

The core design elements at the front remain the same as the sedan’s, while the side profile combines the double waistline with a gently sloping rear roofline and a contrast finish in the D-pillar that creates a ‘floating’ effect. The overall look mixes practical references, including standard aluminium roof rails, with an agile appearance. 

The rear features the same complex LED-matrix tail-lights, along with an integrated washer/wiper designed to maintain visibility during longer journeys. The overall drag coefficient of the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING is just 0.280, an impressively low figure for an estate and a contributing factor in its ground-breaking efficiency.

BYD’s first wagon in Europe has a sizeable and flexible load space. There’s 500 litres of capacity behind the rear seats, up to the level of the parcel shelf, and 675 litres if you load beyond it. And with the 40:60-split second row folded down, the ultimate boot capacity is an impressive 1535 litres. Accessing the load bay is easy, too, thanks to a powered tailgate, standard on all versions, that can be remotely activated via the key fob.

SUPER HYBRID WITH DM MIXES PERFORMANCE WITH HUGE RANGE

The BYD SEAL 6 DM-i is based on BYD’s ground-breaking Super Hybrid with DM (Dual Mode) technology, which mixes the benefits of an EV driving experience – refinement and response – with the flexibility of BYD’s self-developed petrol-electric hybrid system. It features several BYD-exclusive innovations, including dual high-speed electric motors with an integrated controller, a Blade Battery and a Xiaoyun 1.5-litre petrol engine with a ground-breaking thermal efficiency of 43%.

As its name suggests, Super Hybrid with DM technology can operate in two distinct ways – EV, where the wheels are driven solely by the electric motor, and HEV, where the same principle applies most of the time; in these cases the petrol engine is supplying charge to the battery and electric motor via an inverter, and the car has the driving response of a pure EV. In moments when additional power is required, HEV mode can switch from Series to Parallel, combining the potential of the petrol engine and the electric motor.

The result is a powertrain that spends the majority of its time operating like an EV, with up to 105km of pure-electric range from the larger of the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i’s two Blade Batteries. And the intelligent control of the systems (the ‘i’ in DM-i) lifts the efficiency beyond any of the car’s rivals, with weighted combined fuel consumption of as little as 1.5L/100km and a combined range, on a full charge and a full tank of petrol, of as much as 1505km. This makes the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i an excellent real-world alternative to not only mild hybrids but also traditional pure-combustion models, thanks to its mix of long cruising range and the ability to complete many journeys without using any petrol at all.

Alongside these impressive efficiency figures, the Super Hybrid with DM technology also delivers comfortable performance; all versions of the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i can accelerate from 0-100km/h in under nine seconds and reach a top speed of 180km/h. 

In addition, Super Hybrid with DM technology uses its Blade Battery to support Vehicle to Load, which can power devices – anything from a portable grill or an air compressor to a coffee machine or fairy lights – at up to 3.3kW. This feature allows all versions of the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i and BYD SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING to support active lifestyles anywhere from the front driveway to the forest or beach.

There are two configurations of Super Hybrid available in the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i. In Boost spec the Blade Battery capacity is 10.08kWh and the maximum system power is 135kW. This is the version with the longest WLTP combined range, at 1505km/1350km (BYD SEAL 6 DM-i/BYD SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING respectively).

Comfort Lite and Comfort editions of the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i feature a higher system power output (156kW) and a larger battery (19kWh). These versions of the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i and BYD SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING can travel further on electricity alone, at 105km and 100km respectively. The WLTP combined ranges of these models are 1455km (BYD SEAL 6 DM-i) and 1350km (BYD SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING).

A PREMIUM, PRACTICAL SPACE FOR LONG-DISTANCE COMFORT

Space meets comfort in the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i’s cabin, which mixes a sophisticated design with high-quality materials and, of course, BYD’s usual innovative technologies. The dashboard continues the ocean-inspired design theme of the exterior, with smooth, flowing lines that extend across the front of the cabin to the door panels. This wraparound design creates a premium finish and an atmosphere that blends space efficiency with comfort. 

At the heart of the dashboard is a high-resolution infotainment screen (12.8 inches or 15.6 inches, depending on trim level) and it’s easy for everyone in the cabin to stay connected and powered up, with a pair of USB ports (one 18W Type C, one 60W Type C) in the front cabin and two more 18W Type C sockets in the rear. A 50W wireless charging pad for smartphones is also available on most versions.

The front seats feature power adjustment, position memory, ventilation and heating functions to offer both support and comfort. The rear cabin, meanwhile, has levels of space that rival those from models in the class above, making every seat a personal comfort zone. All of the seats are wrapped in premium textured vegan leather for a cushioned, refined look, and feature adjustable headrests for extra comfort and support.

Comfort Lite and Comfort versions of the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i come with a panoramic sunroof that floods the interior in natural light and can open it to the freshness of nature. 

FULL SUITE OF SAFETY AND DRIVER-ASSISTANCE TECH

The BYD SEAL 6 DM-i is designed for city use and long journeys alike, so it features an extensive line-up of safety and driver-assistance technologies. All versions of the car get seven airbags (driver’s, front passenger’s, front centre, two front side and two side curtain), double pre-tensioned front seat belts with height adjustment, ISOFIX and i-Size connectors on the outer rear seats and the front passenger’s seat, Child Presence Detection and a speed-sensing auto-lock system. 

The list of driver-assistance functions includes front and rear parking sensors, rear-view and 360-degree cameras, adaptive cruise control and intelligent cruise control, blind-spot detection, direct driver fatigue management, rear cross-traffic alert and brake, lane-departure assistance, forward and rear collision warnings and a door-opening warning.

DESIGNED FOR LIFE, EQUIPPED FOR LIFE

The BYD SEAL 6 DM-i is designed for customers who don’t want any compromises on everyday use and real-world range – and the standard-equipment lists are suitably comprehensive as a result. The range starts with Boost, which comes with metallic paint, LED headlights, tail-lights and daytime-running lights, 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic wipers, electrically adjustable front seats, electrically adjustable side mirrors, an 8.8-inch digital instrument panel, a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, four USB ports, rear parking sensors and rear-view camera, and Vehicle-to-Load functionality. BYD SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING-specific features include aluminium roof rails, a powered tailgate and a rear washer/wiper.

As well as the larger battery for greater pure-electric range and a faster onboard AC charger, the range-topping Comfort version increases the size of the infotainment display to 15.6 inches, emphasising BYD’s technology strength with comfortably the largest screen in the class. It also adds a heated steering wheel, side-mirror ‘puddle lights’, 18-inch alloy wheels, rear privacy glass, rhythm-reactive ambient lighting, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, a wireless smartphone charging pad and an uprated audio system with eight speakers. 

The BYD SEAL 6 DM-i line-up also includes a Comfort Lite edition that features the same equipment as Comfort but has the more compact 12.8-inch touchscreen display.