BYD Seal 06 Launches with DM-i & EV Variants: Key Specs, Pricing & Competitive Edge

BYD Seal 06 Officially Launches: Dual Powertrains with Aggressive Pricing

The BYD Seal 06 debuted on July 24, 2025, offering both plug-in hybrid (DM-i) and pure electric (EV) variants. The DM-i starts at RMB 139,800 (~US$19,151), while the EV begins at RMB 143,800 (~US$19,699) (converted at CNY:USD 7.3).

Key Highlights & Core Features

Exterior Design

Distinctive split-type headlights with double-layer air intake structure
Nearly identical styling for DM-i and EV, differing only in grille details

Intelligent Driving & Chassis

Standard "Eye of God-C" ADAS with triple-camera system (supports highway navigation assist, omnidirectional parking)
"DiSus-C" smart damping control (previously reserved for premium BYD models)

Interior & Comfort

Minimalist design with retained physical buttons
High-end models feature Dynaudio 12-speaker system, HUD, steering wheel heating, 50W wireless charging, and car refrigerator

Space & Practicality

Dimensions: 4810×1920×1675mm (wheelbase: 2820mm)
757L trunk capacity; EV version adds 142L frunk (larger than Tesla Model Y)

Powertrain & Range

DM-i version: 5th-gen 1.5L hybrid, 3.5L/100km NEDC fuel consumption, 1670km total range (CLTC pure-electric: 121km/170km)
EV version: RWD, 520km/605km CLTC range (800V platform for mid/high trims)

Pricing & Recommended Configs

Variant	Price Range (RMB/USD)	Key Differentiators
DM-i	139,800-156,800 (~US$19,151-21,466)	Mid-trim recommended (+RMB7,000 for larger battery)
EV	143,800-163,800 (~US$19,699-22,438)	Top-trim adds 800V charging

Competitive Comparison: Seal 06 DM-i vs Leapmotor C10 EREV (Top Trim)

Parameter	Seal 06 DM-i (Mid)	Leapmotor C10 EREV (Top)
Price	~RMB147,000	~RMB133,000
Total Range	1670km	~1200km
EV Range	170km	168km
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Key Features	DiSus-C, Eye of God-C, front seat heating/ventilation, car refrigerator	Lidar, comprehensive blind-spot monitoring

Target Audience

Seal 06: Families prioritizing space, comprehensive features, and hybrid efficiency.
Leapmotor C10: Budget-conscious buyers seeking L2+ ADAS at lower cost.