My brother in law bought the seal 3.8s and I concede that it surpasses in every way my Tesla 3 twin motor.

This BYD model has been sold like a cake in Thailand!

I just bought one in Indonesia and waiting for delivery. Gotta feeling BYD will conquer Indonesian market too. Thanks to the Chinese we all can have nice affordable cars now (of course unless you live in America :))

Here in South Africa, the uptake of Chinese car brands has been significant. We’re just so tired of being charged an arm and a leg from the established brands for decades, particularly the Germans who will charge for something as basic as Bluetooth, or cruise control, etc, etc. I myself come from a history of having owned Opel (Vauxhall), VW, BMW and Audi. Am currently driving a Mazda, but when it’s time to replace it, I can assure you it will be Chinese. Even if you have no intention to buy a Chinese car (or an electric car), their mere presence in your market should ensure that the established brands will finally have to do some real work to keep your custom by improving their equipment levels, revising their pricing, and service levels. The more competition there is, the better for us as consumers.

BYD especially the Seagull, is a revolutionary product... not long after an automotive KZfaq channel imported BYD Seagull, tested it and they were shocked and impressed, so did the big 3 and the U S government. and then, the infamous 100% tariff rolls out

We have had BYD electric city buses for a few years already 🙂 I like the fact EV's are starting to get to look good, instead of a weird gimmicky things like the first Priuses.

Australia here, have the Performance model (aka the Excellence in the UK), absolutely love it. The Design model you have is called the Premium in Australia and there is another lower spec again called the Dynamic. Since getting the Seal, have only started my ICE cars to just tick the mechanicals over, it's just a brilliant car to drive. With the 2401 update, the ADAS has improved a lot (& the TSR is quieter etc) & the upcoming 2403 update will be better again

The only reason it is over £40K is over £10K of British government taxes. In China the AWD Dual Motor version sells for just under £28,000 equivalent RMB. They have 3 versions in China so this one is the middle version which you can buy in China for literally half the price that it is in the UK with the same quality trim.

Good unbiased review. What's great about your reviews is that you aren't a brand snob and look at each car on its merits.

There is an OTA software update 2403 which is rolling out globally at the moment. This makes Apple Carplay wireless and improves the Traffic Sign Recognition. No longer need to turn it off - volume of it drastically reduced so no can no longer hear it when radio is on.

"you can fit a whole person behind a front seats" 😂 that bit actually made me laugh

Great review Tish. I saw a Seal drive by and it looks amazing.

The ZEEKR 007 looks amazing, too!

Great review, better presenter. Love the personality as well as all the in-depth and down-to-earth analysis. 10/10

Shame they didn't make it a hatchback. Definitely prefer this over a Tesla as it's more traditional interior. The Tesla is just too minimalistic

Excellent review, I’m currently driving a Mach-e and it’s a great car but definitely considering this in 18 months when my deal runs out. I’m sure there will be plenty of software updates by then to Improve some of the niggles. Loads of people are choosing these as company cars. Looks good value, will be test driving one in early 2025. Need more local dealers though!

new hybrid seal06 show up yesterday and only 99800rmb is that about 13800 dollars lower price🎉

This colour combination is good :) Thanks!

I enjoyed watching the video review 😊

Great Video but most of the 'niggles' have been fixed by software updates....the speed limit is now shown on the heads up display with no sound if exceeded. Apple car play is now wireless. If you don't want the driver aids turn them off as before...and they stay off. I have the BYD Seal premium and it improves with every software update. It is by far the best car I have driven in 42 years on the road...one thing not mentioned in the video was the V2L feature. Most reviewers mention this as useful when camping but it can supply up to 10 amps at 220v, 50z. I have an ATS on my home 18000 BTU air con switching to the BYD supply between 5pm and 7am using about 8 to 12 kw hrs per night....recharged with solar panels in the morning.

That blue interior!!!! Amazing

I think there's an newly upgraded software the 1.1 version, they did it in Australia and it improves a lot for the system, good and fair review anyway 👏

real crazy thing is BYD just released the new hybrid DMI5 powertrain with a range of 2400km per tank(65L) of fuel, it is real game over

the new seal with dmi 5.0 can run 2300km

If only they'd make this in an estate body!

It definitely has Android Auto, not only that it's wireless, unlike wired only Apple carplay. But I've heard wireless Apple carplay can (or already has) be on an OTA update.

I have just test drove this! its eveything a model 3 needs to be and better built, matching paintwork, no rattles. Its excellent. The interior is a bit busy. However, its a serious contender for my next car. Its got one huge upgade over my current Tesla model 3...... no Elon.

Ive been slagging off chinese EVs and i then seen BYD seal in Thailand and Hong Kong, definitely turned my head.

It is a better car than the model 3. The blade battery alone wins hands down.

Is it cheaper than a Tesla n gotta say it looks more stunning

Got my Tesla model y before the seal came out . Would have definitely gone for this if available at the time

Tish gave an honest review of the BYD Seal, warts and all. I notice the panoramic sunroof had no block out screen (?) That could be a problem in Australia. The back seat legroom was very impressive. Oh and thank goodness the Seal is not another SUV !

Great review and still looking amazing. Have a great week. 😊👍🏽

I like the accent of this british youtuber, it sounds unique and exotic.

“It doesn't really look like a product from China” well that really shows you know very little about Chinese products before . From cheap copycat to high-end iPhone, we can produce all, the only question is: you prefer cheaper one or fancy one ?

So true buy the the car you love and does it for you. Looks be a great car.

In China, traffic law and human/digital cops do not permit people to drive over the speed limit at all, which is different compared to UK and Americas where driving over 10 miles over the speed limit is fine. This is why the BYD has notification after you drive over the speed limit.

One car journalist from Romania told me that BYD will be launching to Romania later this year. If that’s the case, hooray! I hope a launch to Czechia and Slovakia will be on the cards as well.

Like the styling and whole package and way better looking than the Ioniq 6 (not a fan of droopy bottoms!). Saloon format and lack of a wiper makes it an instant no for me but appreciate it’s appealing and certainly gives the Model 3 a run for it’s money.

Hands down without a doubt I would buy this over a model 3 if this were available in the US

It reminds me of the Mk1 Renault Laguna from 30 years ago !

Good looking Seal 🦭 ..thanks Tish 😊...but still in 2 my ICE.

I criticised your review of the MG3 so to balance things out this was a great review Tish is back on song, this car seems a lot of car for the money.

Thank you for your great review on the Seal! I find so few women doing car reviews, when its is more useful to other females doing research on BEVs and PHEVs, on the practicality side (its not always about the speed and performance!) :) Can you please do a review of the BYD Sealion 6 (AU name) = BYD Song Plus (Chinese name) = BYD SealU (European name)?

Looks amazing! Really want one to be honest 🙂

Another nice review tish Still look amazing to x

Looks like a lot of Chinese cars I've seen in China - the designs are very very good

Wow. Very informative Tish. I wonder if/when these will arrive here in Canada?

I like your statement in the end, you buy car with your heart, you buy something you love and not something other people love or like. As this is between you and your car. You know what, I believe if the badge was changed from BYD to Tesla, and the screen ui change to Tesla, and the model 3 changed to BYD, a lot of critics will then be saying the seal is better than the model 3. There are people who likes minimalist. But not everyone. If you like minimalist, you probably should go and buy the cheapest car on earth, as they aren’t going to offer anything extra, other than the steering, “gears” and maybe aircon control. Tesla model 3 is a great car, so does BYD.

I like this BYD car

Love it looks awesome ❤

Very good refiew!

that hybrid qin with 2100km range and 14000$(probably in china.only) could be best deal

I would get the BYD Seal 4 wheel drive version.

I would have this over a model 3 for sure. What side were the indicators on? An early review I saw had the stalk on the right, not left side

And here in HK, Government is promoting for all EV brands "ONE FOR ONE" policy. We will get zero vehicle taxation upon scrapping our old combustion vehicle. For instance BYD SEAL Premium (mid version) is at HK$288,800 on scrapping our old combustion car. Otherwise we pay the actual price HK$403,800.

Fair reporting deserves more subscriptions. Keep it up.😀

You need a usb dongle that gives you wireless airplay. With a dongle every car has wireless CarPlay. Cute dog!

There is android auto AND. It's wireless where apple car play is wired

Great review of a great car. But why did you not use the wireless carplay. It's a shame the Li auto range doesn't come here full range is great but the Li auto mega in particular would teach the likes of Tesla a thing or to about charging times

really enjoy watching your reviews on cars tiah keep up the great work

"It does not like a Chinese car." Seriously...

Love this car vs. its rivals for looks, comfort etc, but at group 48 & 50D it's close to double the price when insuring something like an Ioniq 6, Tesla or EV6, and that's against even the EV6 GT which is still only group 45, costs more, is more powerful and is quicker. I REALLY hope this is just a lack of data thing and gets adjusted in time, because today I can't justify spending twice as much to insure a car at my age (50+)

Anybody know where the paint colour code is situated ?

Two levels in UK. But the RWD is the best choice it is more efficient, longer range and actually feels faster than it really is and more fun than AWD dual motor even though the AWD has an 0-60 that twice as fast, but who needs that?

Byd’s latest Qin hybrid has a measured range of more than 2,400 kilometers, and the price in the Chinese market is only US$14,000

I'd like an EV that's not an IoT appliance tbh

prices @ AU are £30000 and £35000

Tish, where is the service for these cars? You don't mention that.

I’d love to know what the Over the Air updates are like. That is the real Tesla advantage to me as the car improves over time.

In AU? it was cheaper than Model 3. In Dec. 2023. That's why I have bought it. And no regrets. Happy I did. It is better than Model 3 -- my opinion today. For many reasons. Letdowns? -- it has a few. But mostly a pluses. As happy as Larry! That's how we say it in Aussie. I'm staying with it. No going back to Tesla for me. Greetings. Bye.

It do have Android Auto (Wireless) and ACP (USB only).

One of the best ev's i ithink !

@7:37mins Did that pleather really mark that easily with you just brushing your finger over it?! Doesn’t bode well as a resilient material!

Hi Tish, do you think the BYD Seal Design trim is better than the cheaper Tesla Model? I love the Seal more because it has a drivers display and HUD in the £48,000 Excellence AWD version, hopefully Tesla would take some notes down.

Can Tish do a review without saying ‘premium’?

Unfortunately all Chinese cars are going to be tariffed out of the EU. We will just end up with local rubbish - and rubbish it really is. Lucky UK, you got out of the EU. Great move.

has Android Auto. CarPlay is wired and Android Auto is wireless. Have a Performance 3.8s

I agree about the screen a smaller screen would fit in Portrait better like the one in the Polestar 2. Blame TESLA they started the war of the screens and many Chinese brands are way more screens mad than BYD.

I test drove the new Model 3 and the Seal. The automation in the Tesla is worlds ahead of BYD, as is the charging. Apart from those two aspects, the BYD Seal is a better car in every way I could find. I bought the Performance (Excellence) and I am so so happy. It effortlessly makes ICE cars look ridiculous.

Why is not as good as Model 3? For one thing Model 3 has no HUD.

I just love the ppl complimenting the look....of the human....in a car review. We get it, if you are a girl, u are jealous if u are a bloke then....well.....we all know. Stick to the subject please. Nice review btw, would have loved to see a 0-60 and hear about those "little annoying" things more but other than that, great. Oh...and I love how you look by the way....will you please marry me? :D

Seen one on a driveway. Thought it was the Porsche. Seems great car. Chinese but so is Volvo.

Hi, Tish 💙

Elon really needs to up his game in the design department because otherwise all these Chinese EV upstarts will seriously start to impact on the sales of Tesla. If you think this is premium looking take a look at the Zekr 007 where every luxury features are catered for,including headup display,all round Napa clad leather interior, massaging seats with individual climate control,mini fridge,21 speakers, 17 high definition cameras providing 360⁰ view,autonomous driving assist,etc.😅

I find it's always best if the paint and wheels are included with your new car!!!!! Especially on a car that in five years time won't be worth a carrot!

Where's the dealership support... maintenance, new parts ordering, warranty issues, etc.... ??? That has to be in place first surely

I still don't know how people prefer Teslas with button's for horn and indicators. That would totally annoy me, also never liked the yoke steering wheel.

they said shit thing about japanese cars when they first came out, same thing about korea cars back then, now they both are proven to be of quality build, i think of BYD the same..

Test drive it. Just test drive it.

amazing

Yes, there is Android Auto. Wireless.

Very nice car, Just wonder what it costs in it's home market? Protectionism rules in the UK.

Too bad BYD is not coming to Canada anytime soon. :(

Review electric car with one practical public charging and charging network

I would point your viewers to the What Car triple test that had the Model 3, Seal and ID7 on a return trip to the West Country. In just about all practical measures, the Model 3 was clearly the better buy. You've got to really love indicator stalks to choose anything else.

Did I understood it right that the car don't support Android Auto? Or just wireless Android Auto and you need a cable to activate? Nice Greetings from Germany ☺️

Didn't like the interior..deisgn felt way too curvy for me, maybe a bit leaned towards girlish taste

About from audi e-tron. It's a nice looking car. But not a fan of them handles, trapped fingers look possible. X

Model 3 2024 Highland is the bench mark sadly the seal lacks in tech . Tesla is the winner, hands down .