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BYD Seagull
Overview
ManufacturerBYD Auto
Also calledBYD Dolphin Mini (Latin America, except Colombia)[1]
ProductionApril 2023 – present
AssemblyChina: Xi'an, Shaanxi; Changzhou, Jiangsu[2]
DesignerUnder the lead of Wolfgang Egger
Body and chassis
ClassCity car (A)
Body style5-door hatchback
LayoutFront-motor, front-wheel-drive
Platforme-Platform 3.0[3]
RelatedBYD Dolphin
Powertrain
Electric motorBYD TZ180XSH permanent magnet synchronous
Power output55 kW (74 hp; 75 PS)
Battery
Electric range
  • 305 km (190 mi) (CLTC, 30.08 kWh)
  • 405 km (252 mi) (CLTC, 38.88 kWh)
Plug-in charging
  • 6.6 kW (AC)
  • 30/40 kW (DC)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,500 mm (98.4 in)
Length3,780 mm (148.8 in)
Width1,715 mm (67.5 in)
Height1,540 mm (60.6 in)
Kerb weight1,160–1,240 kg (2,557–2,734 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorBYD e1[4]

The BYD Seagull (Chinese: 比亚迪海鸥; pinyin: Bǐyǎdí Hǎi'ōu) is a battery electric city car manufactured by BYD Auto since 2023. Positioned below the Dolphin within BYD's line-up, it is currently the smallest BYD vehicle, occupying the A00-class in Chinese segmentation (equivalent to European A-segment).[5] It is part of the Ocean product line and marketed through "Ocean Network"-branded dealerships and stores.

The car was made available in some Latin American markets in 2024 as the BYD Dolphin Mini.[6]

Overview

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The Seagull was introduced on 27 April 2023 in China. Unlike its 3-door rivals in the sub-100,000 yuan A0-class electric car segment, the Seagull features a 4-seat, 5-door configuration in a hatchback body style with a length of only 3,780 mm (148.8 in). According to Chinese publications, it is targeted towards younger customers seeking simpler means of transportation.[7]

The exterior design of the Seagull combines numerous sharp lines, angular shaped headlights, and a sloping roofline with rear lamps connected by a light bar.[8] Interior space utilization is prioritized by increasing the wheelbase-to-length ratio at 66 percent, higher than the BYD Dolphin at 64 percent, along with the use of the thinner blade battery.[9] In line with other BYD Ocean models, the dashboard design has a "wing" design depicting a seagull's wing with a two-tone design, and equipped with a rotatable 10.1-inch touch-screen infotainment system along with a 5-inch digital instrument cluster.[10][11]

The Seagull is equipped with six airbags, rear disc brakes, electronic parking brake, and electronic stability programme. Its body in white contains 61% of high-strength steel, and uses hot-forming with a tensile strength of over 1,500 MPa in key parts.[7]

Following its world premiere at Auto Shanghai in the second half of April 2023, BYD started delivering the Seagull in China.[10] Upon its release, BYD received 10,000 orders for the Seagull in 24 hours.[12] On 29 November 2023, the 200,000th Seagull rolled off the assembly line, only seven months after its introduction.[13] Due to its low selling price at below CN¥90,000 or US$12,000, the Seagull has also garnered curiosity and praise from international media and industry experts.[14][15][16][17]

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • Interior
    Interior

2024 update

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In March 2024, BYD reduced the price of the Seagull by five percent in China with the release of the Seagull Honor Edition as the 2024 model year.[18] The Seagull Honor Edition introduced a new body colour option, Ice Blue, with a Sea Blue interior colour.[19]

Export markets

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The Seagull has been exported since 2024, mostly to Latin American markets. BYD also plans to launch an upgraded European market variant of the Seagull in 2025.[20][21][22] According to BYD Europe executive Michael Shu, the European market Seagull will be "a different concept, but still a Seagull."[23]

Latin America

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Brazil

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The Seagull went on sale in Brazil as the Dolphin Mini in February 2024.[24] It is available in two variants, a 4-seater version and a 5-seater version, the latter became available in July 2024. Both variants are equipped with a 38.88 kWh battery.[25] In early 2025, the Dolphin Mini will be assembled in Brazil at BYD's Camaçari plant alongside the BYD Song Pro.[26]

Colombia

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The Seagull went on sale in Colombia in April 2024. It is available in two variants, dubbed the GL and GS, which are equipped with a 30.88 kWh and 38.88 kWh battery respectively.[27]

Mexico

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The Seagull went on sale in Mexico as the Dolphin Mini in March 2024.[28] It is available in two variants, dubbed the Dolphin Mini and Dolphin Mini Plus, which are equipped with a 30.88 kWh and 38.88 kWh battery respectively.[29][30]

Asia

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Philippines

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The Seagull went on sale in the Philippines in October 2024 in a single variant, equipped with a 30.88 kWh battery.[31]

Specifications

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In China, there are currently three trims offered: a base model called the "Vitality Edition" (活力版), a higher specification "Freedom Edition" (自由版), and a top-specification variant called the "Flying Edition" (飞翔版). All three models are powered by a single 55 kW (74 hp; 75 PS) permanent magnet synchronous motor driving the front wheels, with a top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph)[10], a claimed 0–50 km/h (31 mph) acceleration time of 4.9 seconds,[32] and a 0–100 km/h (62 mph) time of 13 seconds.

Both the Vitality and Freedom models come with a FinDreams 30 kWh (110 MJ) LFP Blade battery, enabling a cruising range rating of 305 km (190 mi) on the CLTC; the Flying model sports a larger 38 kWh (140 MJ) battery pack and a range of approximately 405 km (252 mi). The battery can be recharged via an household AC power plug at 6.6 kW, or via a DC fast charger at 30 or 40 kW (depending on the model), during which it reportedly can be charged from 30% to 80% capacity in 30 minutes.

Powertrain

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Battery capacity Battery type Production Range (CLTC) Power Torque Kerb weight 0–100 km/h (62 mph) Top speed Peak DC charging
30.08 kWh Lithium iron phosphate (Findreams Blade) April 2023 – present 305 km (190 mi) 55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp) 135 N⋅m (100 lb⋅ft) 1,160 kg (2,557 lb) 13.0 s 130 km/h (81 mph) 30 kW
38.88 kWh 405 km (252 mi) 1,240 kg (2,734 lb) 40 kW

Recall

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On 30 April 2024, BYD issued a recall for 16,666 Seagull units in China due to reversing camera software failure. It affects units produced between 7 April 2023 and 31 May 2023. The recall will be conducted through an over-the-air (OTA) update.[33]

Sales

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Upon its release, BYD received 10,000 orders for the Seagull in 24 hours.[12] On 29 November 2023, the 200,000th Seagull rolled off the assembly line, only seven months after its introduction.[13]

Year China
2023 239,270[34]

See also

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References

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