BYD launches the hybrid SUV on the market that promises customers eco-conscious mobility even for long journeys. Here is SEAL U DM-i, the new vehicle that favors electric energy with minimal use of the internal combustion engine.
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An important innovation for those who want to get closer to electric without completely abandoning the internal combustion engine. BYD SEAL U DM-i is the first BYD vehicle in Europe with Super DM technology and offers a purely electric range of 70 to 125 kilometers depending on the trim level. Three versions to choose from: Design, Boost and Comfort. Design uses a four-wheel drive configuration with two high-power electric motors (one for each axle) and an 18.3 kWh BYD Blade battery, complemented by the 1.5T hybrid engine; Boost and Comfort, however, are offered with front-wheel drive, a 1,500 cc hybrid engine. Boost has an 18.3 kWh BYD Blade battery, Comfort 26.6 kWh. BYD SEAL U DM-i is a D-segment family SUV and will be available starting this summer.
As mentioned, the novelty of this car is given by the BYD Super DM technology, which draws only the minimum necessary from the internal combustion engine, thus optimizing environmental respect thanks to greater energy efficiency and lower fuel consumption. BYD SEAL U DM-i starts exclusively in electric mode and, when the battery is fully charged, by selecting the EV driving mode the vehicle becomes purely electric, while when the state of charge is low, it transforms into a hybrid vehicle with very low energy consumption. fuel. BYD SEAL U DM-i can achieve average consumption of just 0.9 l/100 km for the Boost version and 1.2 l/100 km for the Design. The combined electric consumption for the Boost is 21 kWh/km, for the Design 23.5 kWh/km.
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Furthermore, BYD SEAL U DM-i offers great autonomy. Design can travel up to 70 km in EV mode (WLTP) guaranteeing a total range of 870 km (WLTP); Boost 80 km for a total of 1,080 km (WLTP). All versions of the BYD SEAL U DM-i offer a charging capacity of 11 kW in three-phase alternating current (AC) and 18 kW in direct current (DC). The charging time in direct current (30-80%) is just 35 minutes. At a first external analysis, BYD SEAL U DM-i presents itself with an attractive X-shaped front, balanced proportions and a truly distinctive line. And once on board it is impossible not to appreciate the mix of modern and elegant design. The “Legacy Gearshift Panel” includes a precious crystal gear knob, the front seats are both electrically adjustable, heated and ventilated as standard. The two large digital screens are direct evidence of BYD’s high-tech DNA. The battery of the BYD SEAL U DM-i supports V2L (Vehicle-to-Load), turning the car into a portable power supply for electrical devices. SEAL U DM-i then offers intelligent connectivity and infotainment, even remotely via the specific BYD smartphone App.
BYD’s Intelligent Cockpit System is operated on the 15.6-inch rotatable BYD screen, while driver information is displayed on the 12.3-inch LCD dashboard display. To deliver an exceptional personalized connected experience, the Intelligent Cockpit System offers a 4G connection, integrated Spotify and HERE navigation, smartphone integration via Android Auto or Apple CarPlay and intelligent voice control that can be activated with the command vocal “Hi BYD”. The system uses OTA (Over-The-Air) updates to always stay up to date. Finally, great attention to safety, with a very rich ADAS package as standard on all models. BYD SEAL U DM-i comes with a full 6-year/150,000km manufacturer’s warranty, an 8-year/200,000km battery warranty (up to 70% of original capacity) and an 8-year/150,000km battery warranty. electric motor. Prices starting from 39,800.
