BYD SEAL U Super Hybrid ready for far-away horizons

Anyone with their eyes on Irish motoring will be aware of Chinese brand, BYD and 
their all-electric model range of ATTO3, Seal and Dolphin. With their high- 
specification, quality build and prices positioned below most of its competition, Build 
Your Dreams, is definitely promising to be a very real option and not some fantasy 
project. Indeed, as a company, BYD is a truly massive global automotive 
manufacturer and while it may be new to your ears, it will certainly find space in 
many of our nation’s driveways. 
New to the BYD motor menu is the SEAL U Super Hybrid, a plug-in hybrid SUV with 
intelligent BYD Super DM technology. This comes with a ‘DM-i’ drivetrain, the first 
PHEV with BYD’s Super DM (Dual Mode) Technology in Ireland, the “i” standing for 
intelligence. BYD Seal U promises a combined range of up to 1,080km and fuel 
consumption of 6.4 litres per 100km. 
Battery capacity for the BYD SEAL U Super Hybrid is 18.3 kWh, all-wheel-drive 
acceleration, plus it carries a Euro NCAP 5-star safety rating. 

Super DM Technology 
Progressive, powerful, and efficient, BYD SEAL U Super Hybrid works by prioritising 
electric power with minimal reliance on fuel, achieved by the Super DM (Dual Mode) 
Technology, developed exclusively by BYD. 
When the battery is fully charged and switched to EV mode, the vehicle becomes 
pure-electric and when State Of Charge is low, it transforms into an ultra-low fuel 
consumption hybrid vehicle producing a quiet and comfortable drive. 
An integral part of the BYD Super DM Technology package is a bespoke version of 
BYD’s cobalt-free Blade Battery. Designed for the hybrid platform with power 
capacities ranging from 18.3 kWh and a pure-electric range of up to 80km, the Blade 
Battery comes with DC swift charging capability of 30% to 80% in just 35 minutes. 
Their self-developed 1.5-litre Xiaoyun petrol engine is said by BYD to be the ‘world's 
highest thermally-efficient petrol-driven engine’. With brake thermal efficiency of 
43%, it boasts fuel efficiency that meets long-range emissions standards whilst 
having the additional benefit of a distinctly smooth and quiet driving experience. Its 
highly-integrated powertrain incorporates high-speed dual motors, dual controllers 
and advanced oil-cooling. 

Model Range & Colours 
Two models make-up the new BYD SEAL U Super Hybrid range: Boost and Design. 
Prices for the entry-level Boost version are from €42,150 – available through six 
main dealers: two in Dublin and one in Cork, Limerick, Waterford and Wexford. 
Available in four body colours, its Ocean design and other embellishments give the 
BYD SEAL U a somewhat elegant appearance helped by aerodynamically designed 
19-inch wheels to reduce drag. Headlights deliver a powerful beam echoed at the rear 
in a full-width taillights arrangement. 

Inside Story 
Oceanic Crystal gear levers and control buttons mirror the cars Ocean design 
exterior. Other focal points are its centre console with double-layer storage 
compartment, and rotatable touchscreen with connectivity and infotainment 
features. 
Equipped with standard navigation and apps, 4G connectivity delivers advanced 
infotainment with intelligent voice control and online access to latest advancements. 
Features include: 
 Electric sliding sunroof 
 Air conditioning and purification 
 Keyless entry 
 Ambient lighting 
 Noise and vibration reduction 
 Advanced heads-up technology displaying critical data on the windscreen 
 A cutting-edge sound system. 
Comfortable multifunctional driver and passenger’s seats have electric adjustment 
and memory functions. A flat floor with generous legroom adds to its comfort and 
roominess. Its 425-litre boot expands to a spacious 1,440 litres. 
Vehicle-to-load technology transforms it into a virtual power bank, creating 
numerous possibilities. At home it can be used to power household electrical devices. 
Outdoors, it can power a lawn mower, electric barbecues, and even TVs, all by 
plugging them into the vehicle. 
Passive and active safety across its model line-up, coupled with a Euro NCAP 5-star 
safety rating, include as standard: 
 Blind Spot Detection 
 Adaptive Cruise Control 
 Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert. 

Size: 
Length: 4775mm 
Width: 1890mm 
Height: 1670mm 
Wheelbase: 2765mm 
Boot Space: 425 litres – 1440 with rear seats folded 
Petrol tank volume: 60 litres 
Further information at www.bydauto.ie