BYD Seagull EV Priced From $11,400, Gets 10,000 Orders On First Day

[kobayashiGT]

Source: https://insideevs.com/news/663595/byd-seagull-ev-priced-11400-usd-gets-10000-orders-first-day/

BYD has officially unveiled the Seagull subcompact EV and kicked off pre-sales at Auto Shanghai 2023.

The B-segment hatchback is shaping up to be a big success, with the automaker already reporting 10,000 pre-orders in the first 24 hours after it made its world debut at the auto show press conference.

Part of BYD's Ocean series, which also includes the Dolphin compact hatchback and Seal mid-size sedan, the Seagull is also the brand's cheapest EV to date. It starts at just $11,400 (78,800 yuan) in China, which probably explains the high number of orders in such a short timespan.

Based on BYD's e-Platform 3.0 – just like the Dolphin and Seal – the Seagull is powered by a front-mounted electric motor rated at 55 kilowatts (74 horsepower). Customers can choose between two BYD Blade LFP battery packs, a 30-kilowatt-hour pack with a CLTC range of 190 miles (305 kilometers) and a 38-kWh battery offering 251 miles (405 km) of CLTC range.

Both batteries offer DC fast charging capability, which allows the BYD Seagull to charge up to 80 percent in 30 minutes.

When it comes to dimensions, the BYD Seagull bridges the gap between the city car and subcompact segments, measuring 148.8 inches (3,780 millimeters) in length, 67.5 in (1,715 mm) in width, and 60.6 in (1,540 mm) in height, with a wheelbase of 98.4 in (2,500 mm). 

That means it's 13.6 in (345 mm) shorter, 2.1 in (55 mm) narrower, and 1.2 in (30 mm) lower than the BYD Dolphin.

The five-door, four-seat hatchback features a modern design that's somewhat similar to the Dolphin, if a bit more daring. The Seagull features sharp headlights available with LEDs, a large windshield with a single wiper, "floating roof" design, a rear LED light bar that reminds of the BYD D1 minivan, and a sporty roof spoiler. 

Inside, the Seagull features a 5-inch instrument cluster and a 12.8-inch infotainment screen, a sporty steering wheel with a flat bottom, a wireless charging pad, and two cup holders. 

The BYD Seagull has all it takes to become a best-selling EV in its market segment – if not overall. Actually, analysts told Reuters that it could become the best-selling EV in the country within six months of its launch. That could make the BYD Seagull the best-selling EV in the world given the size of China's EV market.

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[kobayashiGT]

Look like we have new BlueSG car soon! 😇

[Windwaver]

+COE

[Volvobrick]

Can order from Taobao 299包邮? 

[mersaylee]

On 4/24/2023 at 10:21 AM, Volvobrick said:

Can order from Taobao 299包邮? 

Maybe in parts...self assemble...upon completion then realise they ship LHD one...😅

[inlinesix]

On 4/24/2023 at 10:21 AM, Volvobrick said:

Can order from Taobao 299包邮? 

That 1 too ex.

This is Cheaper.

RMB5k

[Themman]

On 4/24/2023 at 10:42 AM, inlinesix said:

That 1 too ex.

This is Cheaper.

RMB5k

wahhhhhhh.... Cheaper than a laptop 

[inlinesix]

On 4/24/2023 at 10:49 AM, Themman said:

wahhhhhhh.... Cheaper than a laptop 

NO COE

NO ERP

😂

[Jamesc]

Its a Chinese I3

[mersaylee]

On 4/24/2023 at 10:49 AM, Themman said:

wahhhhhhh.... Cheaper than a laptop 

No matter how cheap...my beloved 祖国 will ensure 万税, 万税, want 万税...😁

[Lethalstrike]

38kWh hour battery = 405km range based on CLTC standard as stated. 

If its US's EPA 405km, actual realistic range minus 10% = 364km

If its EU's WLTP 405km, actual realistic range minus 20% = 324km

If its EU's NEDC 405km, actual realistic range minus 30% = 283km

If its China's CLTC 405km, actual realistic range minus 40% = 243km 😁

Ok lah, still good for 3-4 days of daily commuting in Singapore. 

 

[Jamesc]

JB to KL is only 326 km

405 km can reach KL

80% charging in 30 mins means lunch in KL can reach Penang.

Range anxiety is a thing of the past.

On 4/24/2023 at 9:13 AM, kobayashiGT said:

38-kWh battery offering 251 miles (405 km) of CLTC range.

Both batteries offer DC fast charging capability, which allows the BYD Seagull to charge up to 80 percent in 30 minutes.

 

[Jamesc]

Just cannot drive from SG to KL lah.

4 hour jam at the causeway and cannot reach KL!

[Beregond]

On 4/24/2023 at 3:35 PM, Jamesc said:

Just cannot drive from SG to KL lah.

4 hour jam at the causeway and cannot reach KL!

Off air con off radio😂😂😂

[Jamesc]

On 4/24/2023 at 3:46 PM, Beregond said:

Off air con off radio😂😂😂

[Didu]

On 4/24/2023 at 9:13 AM, kobayashiGT said:

When it comes to dimensions, the BYD Seagull bridges the gap between the city car and subcompact segments, measuring 148.8 inches (3,780 millimeters) in length, 67.5 in (1,715 mm) in width, and 60.6 in (1,540 mm) in height, with a wheelbase of 98.4 in (2,500 mm). 

That means it's 13.6 in (345 mm) shorter, 2.1 in (55 mm) narrower, and 1.2 in (30 mm) lower than the BYD Dolphin.

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Shorter and narrower than a Suzuki Swift, but with longer wheelbase and taller too.  😁

For those who are apprehensive with Li-ion battery, hear say there is sodium-ion battery option for better peace of mind. 

[inlinesix]

On 5/2/2023 at 2:02 PM, Didu said:

Shorter and narrower than a Suzuki Swift, but with longer wheelbase and taller too.  😁

For those who are apprehensive with Li-ion battery, hear say there is sodium-ion battery option for better peace of mind. 

Sodium ion has a lower density than Li-ion

[kobayashiGT]

On 5/2/2023 at 2:02 PM, Didu said:

Shorter and narrower than a Suzuki Swift, but with longer wheelbase and taller too.  😁

For those who are apprehensive with Li-ion battery, hear say there is sodium-ion battery option for better peace of mind. 

They say MSG not healthy for the body leh. 😂