Key Highlights
- BYD Seal is the latest entrant in the premium EV segment
- Priced starting at Rs. 41 lakh
- Gets direct competition from Hyundai, Kia, and others
BYD Seal is currently the most hyped electric car in the premium mid-rage segment. Launched earlier this month, the electric sedan from the Chinese EV manufacturer is amongst the best tech-advanced EVs available with a starting price range under Rs. 45 lakh in India. Considering the recent surge in the EV demands, the BYD Seal does present itself as a top contender in the aforementioned segment. But what if you wish to consider some alternates? We have mentioned the best contenders that deadlocks with the BYD Seal EV in India.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV
One of the best alternates to the BYD Seal EV is the Hyndai Ioniq 5. This premium end e-SUV has been up for grabs since a while in the Indian market with a starting price under Rs. 50 lakh.
- Driven by a RWD electric motor.
- The Ioniq 5 produces 212 hp power and 350 Nm of torque.
- The motor pack is linked to a 72.6 kWh battery
- This premium EV provides up to 631 km range per charge.
- Comes with a 12.3-inch dual touch screen infotainment screen.
- It is equipped with Level 2 ADAS which improves the drive safety.
- This EV can be purchases starting 45.95 lakh in India
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Volvo XC40 Recharge
The Volvo XC40 Recharge comes as a premium range electric SUV whose low-end variant which was launched recently in India comes as a solid contender to the BYD Seal EV.
- Recently launched with a single electric motor option (rear-axle mounted motor).
- Performance output includes 236 BHP peak power and 420 Nm of peak torque.
- Single motor linked with a 69 kWh battery.
- XC40 Recharge can deliver up to 475 km range per charge (WLTP).
- Can sprint from 0- 100 kmph within 7.3 seconds mark and throttles max to up to 180 kmph.
- Panoramic sunroof includes
- Has the same Level 2 ADAS as the Hyundai Ioniq 5.
- Price in India for the Volvo XC40 Recharge starts at Rs. 54.95 lakh (ex showroom)
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MG ZS EV
Now, the models listed above have a slightly higher price range than the BYD Seal EV. If you are rather keen on spending less and still get a premium experience somewhere closer to the BYD Seal EV, the MG ZS EV can make for a good option. But you’ll have to workaround with the limitations. It is an electric crossover which has a decent powertrain and feature-sheet.
- Driven by a front-axle mounted electric motor
- Power output is 129 kW/ 176 BHP and torque generated is 250 Nm
- Motor connected to 50.3 kWh battery size
- Can make a maximum run of 461 km on a full battery charge
- Up to 9 hours for a full battery charge
- Level 2 ADAS, 360° camera, Hill Descent control, and more security features
- Top end model of the MG ZS EV is priced at Rs. 24.98 lakh in India
Verdict
The BYD Seal EV is undeniably a top-notch electric sedan which retails under Rs. 45 lakh (starting price range). But the models mentioned in this article are also future-ready. Buyers can get a similar or better driving experience if they consider any of the variants listed above.
