BYD Seagull: 3 distinct hues

BYD Cars Philippines brought the Seagull compact electric car as part of its salvo of model launches in 2024. 

Aimed at helping the Ayala-led brand achieve its goal of democratizing electric vehicles (EV), the small city car is positioned as a volume contributor and a brand amplifier for BYD’s local subsidiary. 

For those who may be having a hard time picking a color, here is a Quick Look at the three distinct hues of the BYD Seagull electric hatchback. 

Sprout Green

Seen as the poster color of the BYD Seagull, Sprout Green not only catches one’s attention but also emphasizes the car’s green and sustainable nature. 

Propulsion comes from an electric motor paired with a 30 kilowatt-hour battery. The said setup makes some 73 horses with 135 Newton-meters of pulling power, which is enough for running errands in the city. 

Should the need to speed up make quick overtakes arise, the BYD Seagull can zoom from a standstill to 100 kilometers per hour in under five seconds, which is not at all bad. 

In terms of range, the said EV relies on the brand’s Blade battery to give would-be owners of up to 30 kilometers of emissions-free driving in a single charge. And speaking of charging, the BYD Seagull has both AC and DC ports, so those taking it out for long trips will have plenty of charging options. 

Apricity White 

White is a color often associated with safety, and the BYD Seagull has impressive technologies to show for when it comes to this category. 

Listed below are some of its safety tech: 

• Cruise control
• Rear parking sensors
• Backup camera
• Tire pressure monitoring
• Anti-lock braking system
• Electronic brake-force distribution
• Electronic stability control
• Hydraulic brake assist
• Traction control system
• Ramp start control

Additionally, the aforementioned BYD Blade battery is considered as one of the safest EV batteries on the market. According to the carmaker, the said battery underwent extreme testing, which saw the battery being crushed, bent, heated in a furnace, and overcharged. 

ACMobility President Antonio Zara III explained during the launch of the BYD Atto 3 — which also uses the same power pack — just how safe the Blade battery is: “the BYD Blade Battery was launched in 2020. It is engineered to be safer, provide longer range, and last several thousand cycles, all in compact size, allowing for more vehicle space. It passed extreme zero tests, making it one of the world’s safest batteries. Its innovative construction offers greater efficiency, since it packs more battery capacity in less space.”

Overall, the BYD Seagull offers an electric car that can give its owners peace of mind, which makes it an ideal ride for beginners and seasoned drivers alike. 

Delan Black 

Black is a color usually connected with luxury and style. And while the BYD Seagull is an EV marketed for the masses, it does sport some opulent amenities. 

To begin with, the BYD Seagull comes with a seven-inch digital instrument cluster where drivers can check out the following information: 

• Estimated range
• Lighting
• Seatbelt reminder
• Speed
• Driving mode
• Selected gear
• TimeTrip computer
• Battery level

The instrument panel is able to display the abovementioned information in clear and crisp detail. It is complemented by a 10.1-inch infotainment screen with wireless Apple Carplay and wireless Android Auto. The same technology can be found on popular BYD EVs in the country such as the Atto 3, Sealion 6 DM-i, and Seal 5 DM-i. 

Here, the driver or the front passenger can use various applications when their phone is connected to the screen like Spotify or Apple Podcasts to keep them entertained as well as helpful navigation programs such as Waze or Google Maps. 

In addition to its impressive set of screens, the BYD Seagull also packs the following interior appointments: 

• Automatic air conditioning
• Four speakers 
• Keyless entry
• NFC card feature 
• Charging ports 
• Wireless charging 
• 12-volt power socket

Bolstering the luxurious feel of the BYD Seagull’s modern interior are some leather trims. They can be found on the car’s steering wheel (with multi-functional controls) and seats. 

Thoughts 

The BYD Seagull can be a good pick for early EV adopters. It offers would-be owners the company’s latest technological advancements (Blade battery, rotating infotainment system, wireless charging, NFC door unlocking) without breaking the bank. 

On that note, the BYD Seagull is offered in a single variant and is priced at P898,000.

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