BYD’s sporty Seal 06 GT makes its debut at the Chengdu Auto Show, boasting a starting price of $21,150 USD.

At the 2024 Chengdu Auto Show, BYD premiered the fully electric Seal 06 GT, set to debut in China sometime between mid-September and late September. The estimated pre-sale value ranges from 150,000 to 200,000 yuan, equivalent to approximately $21,150 to $28,200 USD. Built on the Ocean-M concept, the car offers a unique blend of sporty performance, impressive efficiency, and advanced technological expertise. Global revenue projections indicate a likely onset in early 2025.

The Seal 06 GT, built upon BYD’s cutting-edge e-platform 3.0 Evo, distinguishes itself through its sleek and dynamic exterior design, exuding a sporty essence that sets it apart from the competition. Measuring 46.3 meters in length, 18.7 meters wide, and 14.9 meters high, the vehicle boasts a robust profile, with a wheelbase of 2.82 meters. The vehicle’s exterior design features a sleek, sculpted hood that adds to its overall aesthetic appeal.

A sleek, adaptive active grille system featuring integrated radar technology. A design accentuating a sleek and dynamic sportiness, its flowing lines evoking a sense of fluid motion. The automotive’s rear is accentuated by a distinctive full-width taillight treatment and a refined diffuser, which collectively amplify its sporty aesthetic.

Within its sleek confines, the Seal 06 GT boasts a cutting-edge interior, featuring crisp shell white and rich twilight blue upholstery options that exude a sense of modern sophistication. The vehicle features a 15.6-inch adaptive floating display, a 10.25-inch full-LCD instrument panel, and a 12-inch high-definition head-up display.

The automotive also boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including wireless charging capabilities and a premium DiLink 100 intelligent cockpit system, which enables seamless voice control and 3D vehicle administration.

The Seal 06 GT offers both single- and dual-motor configurations to suit diverse driving needs. The one-motor variant provides a dual-energy option: either 160 kilowatts (310 Newton meters) or 165 kilowatts (330 Newton meters). With its 110 kW entry motor and 200 kW rear motor, this twin-motor model achieves a remarkable 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 4.9 seconds. The electric vehicle offers two battery options: a 59.52-kilowatt-hour pack and a 72.96-kilowatt-hour variant, respectively delivering ranges of 505 kilometres, 605 kilometres, and 550 kilometres – exceeding the Chinese Low-Temperature Cycle (CLTC) standards.

Priced competitively, the Seal 06 GT prepares to take on the competition by positioning itself between BYD’s Dolphin and Seal models, effectively vying for attention in the electric vehicle market. Its ultimate goal is to entice younger generations with its exceptional proficiency and cutting-edge aesthetic appeal.