NEW BYD Seal review – is this Chinese EV REALLY better than a Tesla? | What Car?

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The new BYD Seal is an electric car from China which looks like it has all the ingredients to take on the Tesla Model 3. It has a massive range, a practical interior and it is packed with equipment.

But is it really better than its European rivals? Watch to find out.




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[noodlefoo]

Different countries, different prices, different perspectives. In Australia, the prices of Seal are unbeatable, cheaper than Model 3. Also here in Australia the indicator stalk is the correct way, unlike Model 3 which has no stalk at all. Plus Model 3 has the stupid ways of changing gears (on the screen or overhead buttons).

[birdmanmarbella]

I prefer the styling of the Seal, exterior and interior, compared to the Tesla. I do want to see instrumentation in front of me and not just in a central position.

[stephen]

It's is exactly the review I expected from this guy unfortunately. Constantly going on about what he thought the cars weaknesses were with very few positives, he mentioned the cars name multiple times negatively etc etc. I remember him saying the Hyundai Ioniq 6 wasn't that good in a previous review!!. The reality is, unless it's a Tesla or an Apple phone (which he mentions) it'll always be second best in his eyes!!. That's why I take whatever he says with a pinch of salt...

[chujon]

A lot of car reviewers said that the rotating screen is a gimmick. I think it is useful to use portrait view for navigation. isnt that what we use in our phones??? Why is it when is something new is offered and because they dont understand its use, it is branded a gimmick???!!! I rest my case.

[Micco]

But, but, but...thanks for review but it felted a little nitpicking...I've been in both this and TM3 highland and for me this feels lot more premium. Tesla has supercharging network, but very many other things is better in seal than in TM3. Anyway, competition is good for customers 👍

[DougHolmes]

So, about the name... If Tesla had released the Tesla Seal, people would be ooh-ing and ahh-ing about how clever it is. Anyone does it - it's a silly name, pick a random set of letters and numbers next time. About the price, how much would a Model 3 be if specced up to be as similar as possible (lets say you choose a paint colour other than white)

[anemeth]

BYD European factory will be built in Szeged, Hungary

[nikkipedro]

Come on Doug, wiper and light stalks the wrong way around is a negative? Surely the bulk of the Japanese cars you get in the UK are the same, no one seems to mention it when reviewing them.

[ateiviz]

Reviewers back at it again 😂 I've had one for 4 weeks so here we go: Aircon controls are on the steering wheel and center console. The kwh figure is not annoying as anyone driving should be looking at the road. The issue with not seeing the screen can be easily solved by moving your hand or your head to check whatever you want to check. Strong smell of plastic is a what everyone else calls the "new car smell". I've had multiple passangers in the back and have had no complaints about the seat comfort, it's actually the opposite. You can open the boot with they key or using a button on the door if you didn't want to touch the boot. My indicator is on the left. Design version is plenty fast and super fun on the back roads. Stick it into eco mode and it's a super comfortable cruiser.

[Andydwyer]

Shortcut button on steering wheel to adjust fan speed and temperature.

[drxym]

I drove a Seal with a head up display and it was only a test drive so I didn't fiddle around with the settings but I thought the HUD was very bright. Hope there is a way to dim it. I also found having the indicators on the right side of the wheel was very annoying. It's still better than having no indicator stalk at all like the Tesla 3 which is safety nightmare. Driving wise it seemed quite refined but it rolls rather than being 1-pedal. I think the infotainment screen is too big imo and the rotation is just a stupid gimmick. Should just fix it a bit lower in the vertical config and for android auto / carplay, split the screen so aircon and other controls appear below them.

[hgijrff]

BYD has proven to be the best EV car out there

[Mobile_Dom]

the problem with the two versions of the SEal is that whilst most people should just buy the base model, when the top spec model is only 3 grand more, on a lease you're not really going to notice the difference

[theroadrunner]

in Australia we have Dynamic, Premium and Performance versions

[jamesinglis]

Could you please tell me if any electric car makes a noise at slow speeds to warn people of it's approach.I am coming to the end of my motability lease and it seems like I must choose between being green or hating driving in built up area's?

[Emjackson]

BYD also gives us the London Bus lol sneaking in everywhere without anyone seeing

[jihowrq]

Maintenance? BYD told me to get a service every 20.000 KM to check "all things.."? Is that required to ensure warranty?

[cokyrobes]

Great video - really perfect summary from my own experiences

[TareqMahbub]

The camera captured the beauty of the car 😍
This guy is obviously biased against BYD or China. Or maybe he is a Tesla share holder . With an MG umbrella, he was very attentive and took every opportunity in mentioning some made up reasons to prove how Tesla and competitors are better.
But took no effort in mentioning where this car is better.

[CThienV]

ventilated seats. does that mean with airconditioned air? or just fan air?