Watch: Is the BYD SEAL U DM-i the best plug-in hybrid SUV?
Join us as we put the BYD SEAL U through its paces
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The BYD SEAL U DM-i is the Chinese brand's answer to hybrid SUVs like the Nissan Qashqai and MG HS, but is it as good?
Join Ben Welham as he reviews this plug-in hybrid SUV, discussing the trim levels, range, practicality and what it's like to drive.
How much is the BYD SEAL U DM-i?
In its most basic form, the BYD SEAL U DM-i starts at £33,315 with the entry-level trim, going up to a touch above £40,000 for the top-spec model.
BYD SEAL U DM-i specs:
18.3kWh or 26.6kWh battery
1.5-litre petrol engine
Up to 315hp
Up to 78 miles of electric range
699-mile total range on electricity and petrol
0-62mph in 5.9 seconds (in the AWD model)
What trims are available?
Boost
Comfort
Design
Should you buy a BYD SEAL U DM-i?
When it comes to electric cars, China’s BYD makes some of the best and most affordable.
If you have a charger at home, the BYD SEAL U DM-i is worth a go since it’s affordable and packed full of tech.
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