- By Pawan Mishra
- Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:59 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
BYD Seal U India Launch: BYD India, a subsidiary of the Chinese electric car manufacturer BYD, showcased its patented DMi super plug-in hybrid technology for the first time in India recently. Notably, the brand has also announced that the BYD Seal U will be the first SUV to carry the DMi super plug-in hybrid technology in the country, and it will be launched by the end of 2026 in the Indian market.
BYD Seal U SUV: Exterior
The BYD Seal U/Sealion 6 features the brand’s ‘ocean aesthetics’ design language. It blends nature-inspired design elements with the traditional, rugged styling of an SUV. It features a sharp front face and split-style LED headlights. It also features a curved bonnet, vertically positioned large air vents, and a subtle bash plate on the front. On the sides, the sloping roofline is visible with 19-inch alloy wheels. On the rear, it gets a wiper, a roof spoiler, a prominent skid plate, and connecting LED taillights.
BYD Seal U/Sealion 6: Features
The BYD Seal U/Sealion 6 is one of the most technologically advanced SUVs in the world. It features a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster and a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen-based infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The SUV is packed with a 10-speaker Infinity sound system, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, 7 airbags, a slew of advanced driver assistance systems, and more.
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BYD Seal U/Sealion 6: Engine Specs
The BYD Seal U/Sealion 6 is powered by options of either a 1.5-litre petrol engine or a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine. The petrol engine is paired with a Plug-in Hybrid system, and the brand offers options of either an 18.3 kWh battery pack or a 26.6 kWh battery pack with the SUV. The SUV is capable of generating a peak power output of up to 336 hp, and it can deliver an EV-only range of up to 140 kilometres with the 26.6 kWh battery pack. The SUV supports up to 18 kW of DC fast charging, and it also supports the Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function. The Sealion 6 has a 60-litre fuel tank capacity, and it has a range of more than 1000 kilometres with a full tank.