The BYD Seal U Comfort officially made its debut in January 2024. It is powered by a 71.8 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 420 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Front-wheel drive 160 kW (218 hp), enabling an acceleration of 9.3 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 43000 USD.
Meanwhile, making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Opel Astra Sports Tourer Electric was announced in 2025. At its core, it features a 58 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 450 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces Front-wheel drive 115 kW (156 hp), enabling an acceleration of 9.5 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 42000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | January 2024 | 2025 |
| Release date | February 2024 | 2026 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 160 kW (218 hp) | Front-wheel drive 115 kW (156 hp) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) | 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 9.3 sec 0-100 km/h | 9.5 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 175 km/h (109 mph) | 170 km/h (106 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 71.8 kWh total | 58 kWh total |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion LFP battery (800V type) | Li-Ion (400V type) |
| Driving range | 420 km | 450 km |
| Consumption | 19.9 kWh/100 km | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | 3 modes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 7.5 hours | Type 2 11 kW |
| Charging station | CCS 115 kW, 30-80% in 27 min, 10-80% in 42 min | CCS |
| Additional | Vehicle to load (V2L) - 3 kW max | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats | 5 door hatchback, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4785 x 1890 x 1668 mm (188.4 x 74.4 x 65.7 in) | 4642 x 1860 x 1443 mm (182.8 x 73.2 x 56.8 in) |
| Weight | 2020 kg unladen, 2430 kg gross | - |
| Wheels size | R19 | R18 |
| Trunk volume | 552 l, 1440 l max | - |
| Front trunk | No | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 12.8" or 15.6" rotating touchscreen | 10" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 12.3" | Yes |
| Head-up display | Yes | Yes |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats | Heated front seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass roof, tilt & slide | - |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | 4 radars, 1 camera, 12 sensors. Blind Spot Warning, High Beam Assist, Lane departure Warning, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Brake, Traffic Sign Recognition, Automatic Emergency Braking System, Door Open Warning, Forward/Rear Collision Warning | Adaptive intelligent headlights, Front radar, 5 cameras, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, camera/radar-based automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and bicycles recognition, Traffic Sign Recognition, Side Blind Spot Alert, High Beam Assist, Drowsiness detection, Rear cross traffic alert |
| Crash tests | 5 stars | - |
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| Price | 43000 USD | 42000 USD |