What is the BYD Seal U?
The Seal U is a family-oriented SUV in BYD’s Ocean series, with a roomy cabin and a practical shape for everyday travel. It sits alongside the Seal and Dolphin in BYD’s European range. The first generation, code CE, is listed in Europe from 2024 to today.
Engines and power
The European line-up includes plug-in hybrid and electric versions, as well as hybrid and petrol entries in the registration figures. The listed engine size is 1.5 litres, and power ranges from 65 kW (88 PS) to 270 kW (367 PS). The plug-in hybrid can use electric power for part of a journey; the electric version runs solely on battery power.
How economical is the BYD Seal U?
In official EU registration figures for 2023–2025, the lowest listed consumption is 0.4 L/100 km for petrol, diesel or hybrid versions under WLTP. The lowest plug-in hybrid figure is 0.6 L/100 km WLTP, a weighted result that assumes some driving is electric. The EU total is 68,775 registrations. The largest listed group is the 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid rated at 72 kW (98 PS), with 40,463 registrations in 2025.
Where was the Seal U sold?
The Seal U’s European story began with its arrival as a spacious family SUV in BYD’s Ocean series. The range includes both fully electric and plug-in hybrid versions, giving the model two ways to approach everyday driving.
Questions and answers
When did the first-generation Seal U arrive in Europe?
Its first generation, code CE, is listed from 2024 to today.
What power outputs are listed for the Seal U?
European versions span 65 kW (88 PS) to 270 kW (367 PS).
What is the lowest official plug-in hybrid consumption figure?
It is 0.6 L/100 km on WLTP, a weighted figure that assumes part of the driving is electric.