BYD’s newest EV is about as big as a Toyota Camry, but brings a lot more tech for $23K

BYD launched the new Seal 07 in China, where it starts at around $23,000. It’s about the size of a Toyota Camry, but brings a surprising amount of tech and premium features for the money.

BYD launches second-gen Seal 07 with Flash Charging

After introducing the updated first-generation Seal 07 in March, BYD launched the second-gen model on Thursday.

The second-generation Seal 07, which BYD calls the “new choice for a class-leading luxury experience,” is available in battery electric (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains.

BYD offers five variants, including two PHEVs and three EVs, starting at 139,900 yuan (about $21,000) for the plug-in hybrid and 149,900 yuan (around $22,500) for the fully electric version.

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The new Seal 07 EV uses a 76.7 kWh second-generation BYD Blade LFP battery, providing a CLTC range of up to 481 miles (775 km).

It comes standard with a single rear-mounted electric motor producing up to 328 hp (245 kW) and 269 lb-ft (365 Nm) of torque, which BYD says enables it to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) in 5.5 seconds.

All plug-in hybrid variants use BYD’s latest DM-i system, which features a 1.5L turbocharged engine with 154 hp (115 kW) and a 214 hp (160 kW) front electric motor.

The new Seal 07 PHEV has a smaller 37 kWh battery that provides up to 205 miles (330 km) of pure electric CLTC range. That’s a considerable jump from the 143 miles (230 km) of electric range the previous generation offered.

Thanks to BYD’s latest Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging technology, the vehicle’s battery can recharge from 10% to 70% in just 5 minutes. To go from 10% to 97%, it takes just nine minutes.

Both versions are 5,080 mm long, 1,960 mm wide, and 1,495 mm tall, with a 2,960 mm wheelbase, which is slightly bigger than the Toyota Camry.

Inside, the new Seal 07 adopts BYD’s latest cabin design, including a 15.6″ floating center infotainment screen, a 10.25″ instrument cluster, and two rear passenger entertainment screens.

BYD added several premium extras, including a built-in 6.8L smart refrigerator, zero gravity seats, and driver headrest audio. It also offers the most rear passenger space and the largest frunk (160L) in its class, according to BYD.

The Seal 07 debuts BYD’s Smart Ecosystem 2.0, including “Diva,” a smartwatch that can interact with the vehicle and let drivers manage functions remotely.

Higher-priced models offer BYD’s God’s Eye B intelligent driving system, with a roof-mounted LiDAR available as an option. The setup provides safety and convenience features such as Navigation on Autopilot in the city and on highways, plus full-scenario intelligent parking.

BYD is offering a limited-time “Super trade-in price” promo, starting at 145,900 yuan ($22,000) for the new Seal 07 EV and 135,900 yuan ($20,500) for the PHEV version.

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