BYD Seal 08 electrical sedan utilized for the gross sales license in China because the Qin L EV sibling. The brand new sedan adopts the Ocean aesthetics design language, a size of 4720 mm, and a peak energy output of 160 kW. It’s going to enter the market this yr as an inexpensive automobile for city mobility.
BYD continues its technique of launching pairs of autos which can be shut in value and specs underneath two completely different collection: Dynasty and Ocean. The Ocean collection goals at youthful patrons whereas Dynasty is devoted to mature prospects. On February 19, BYD utilized for the gross sales license for the Seal 08 electrical sedan, which is the sister mannequin of the BYD Qin L EV.
Extra concerning the BYD Seal 08
The BYD Seal 08 electrical sedan adopts the Ocean aesthetics design language with a distinguishing front-end design. It has lengthy headlights, a trapeze-shaped air consumption, and a BYD badge. The Seal 08 additionally has flush door handles, a slanted roofline, and a single taillight unit. The automobile has three wheel design choices. Furthermore, this automobile adopts BYD’s newest “God’s Eye” (DiPilot) driving help system.

Dimensions of the Seal 08 are 4720/1880/1495 mm with a wheelbase of 2820 mm. The beforehand revealed Qin L EV is strictly the identical measurement. The Seal 08’s entrance and rear tracks are equal at 1610 mm. The automotive’s method and departure angles are 13 and 16 levels, respectively. The Seal 08’s curb weight lies between 1670 and 1800 kg (additionally much like the Qin L EV), relying on the powertrain variant.

The entry-level Seal 08 has a BYD-made TZ180XSR electrical motor with a peak energy output of 110 kW (148 hp). It’s powered by the 46.1 kWh LFP battery pack, appropriate for a 470 km vary underneath CLTC circumstances. The extra highly effective Seal 08 has a BYD-made TZ200XSBE e-motor for 160 kW (215 hp). A 56.6 kWh LFP pack provides energy to this electrical motor, good for 545 km (CLTC).
The Seal 08 will enter the Chinese language market this yr as a sedan for city commutes. It’s going to symbolize the mainstream phase. CarNewsChina expects the worth of this automobile to begin under 150,000 yuan (20,600 USD).