EV Select buyer's guide: researched from manufacturer data and independent range tests; not a road test. We haven't driven this car for this guide, and it contains no driving impressions or scores.
Why it's on our list
Sports sedan with 570 km WLTP range from $52,990 list.
It's in our $40k–$55k bracket, with 3,808 sold in Australia January to September 2026 (VFACTS/EVC).
Price
The Premium RWD is $52,990 (list price before on-roads). A national indicative drive-away figure is about $57,250; get a dealer quote for your postcode. Prices are in AUD.
Battery and range
Claimed range is 570 km (WLTP). The battery is 83 kWh (nominal).
Highway range tests
Neither Bjørn Nyland (120 km/h) nor Out of Spec (70 mph) has published a test matched to this variant yet. Expect highway range well below the claimed figure; we'll add a test when one appears.
Charging
Peak DC fast charging is 150 kW. The claimed 10–80% time is 37 minutes.
Size and performance
| Body | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Drive | RWD |
| Seats | 5 |
| Boot | 400 L |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.9 s |
Warranty and safety
Check the current warranty and capped-price servicing terms on BYD Australia's site, and the car's rating on ANCAP before you buy (see sources below). We only state ratings we have checked against ANCAP's own listing.
Rivals in the $40k–$55k bracket
- BYD Sealion 7 Premium RWD, $54,990
- Geely EX5 Complete, $41,990
- Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive, $45,900
- Kia EV5 Air Standard Range, $49,990
- All BYD Seal variants in our EV database
- All EV Select buyer's guides by price
FAQ
How much is the BYD Seal Premium RWD in Australia?
$52,990 (list price before on-roads).
What range does the Seal Premium RWD have?
570 km claimed (WLTP). No matched independent highway test yet.
How fast does the Seal charge?
Up to 150 kW DC.