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.
Alternatively, the Toyota Urban Cruiser FWD 61kWh was officially introduced in December 2024. It is powered by a 61 kWh total battery. When it comes to output, this EV produces Front-wheel drive 128 kW (174 hp).
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Launch
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| Announced | January 2024 | December 2024 |
| Release date | February 2024 | 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 160 kW (218 hp) | Front-wheel drive 128 kW (174 hp) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) | 189 Nm (139 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 9.3 sec 0-100 km/h | - |
| Top speed | 175 km/h (109 mph) | - |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 71.8 kWh total | 61 kWh total |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion LFP battery (800V type) | Li-Ion (400V type) |
| Driving range | 420 km | - |
| Consumption | 19.9 kWh/100 km | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 7.5 hours | Type 2 |
| 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 SUV, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4785 x 1890 x 1668 mm (188.4 x 74.4 x 65.7 in) | 4285 x 1800 x 1640 mm (168.7 x 70.9 x 64.6 in) |
| Weight | 2020 kg unladen, 2430 kg gross | - |
| Wheels size | R19 | R18, R19 |
| 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 | 10.1" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 12.3" | 10.25" |
| Head-up display | Yes | No |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats | Heated front seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass roof, tilt & slide | Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360˚ camera, reverse camera |
| Connectivity | Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless 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 | Yes |
| 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 | Front, side, rear cameras. Pre-Collision system, Lane departure alert, Lane keep assist |
| Crash tests | 5 stars | - |
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Misc
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| Price | 43000 USD | - |