BYD · Plug-in hybrid fastback sedan

BYD Seal 7 DM-i

✓ Verified · checked 21 Oct 2026
From
AED 109,900
UAE retail, Design base trim (launch price; Premium AED 129,900)
2 trims · prices for United Arab Emirates
  • Max power269 hp
  • 0–100 km/h7.9 s
  • Combined range850 km
  • Seats5
  • PowertrainDM-i Gen 4.0 plug-in hybrid, 17.6 kWh battery
  • DrivetrainAWD

Difference between trims

Only what changes between the 2 trims.

Source: Spec sheet: BYD-Seal-7-MY-2027-Specs.pdf
SpecType 10Type 20
Price (AED) not knownnot known
Battery Type Lithium iron phosphate batteryBlade Battery
Rotating Screen Interface 12.8"15.6"
Driver Dashboard Screen 8.8" LCD10.25" LCD
Driving Seat Electric Adjustment Electric (6 directions)Electric (8 directions)
Passenger Seat Electric Adjustment Electric (4 directions)Electric (6 directions)
12 Dynaudio Speakers —12
Integrated Side Air Curtains —✓
Front side air curtains ✓—
Front Parking Radar —Front x 2
Front & Rear Collision Warning —✓
Lane Departure Warning & Assistance —✓
Cruise Control (safety table) ✓—
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —✓
Remote Start ✓—
Remote climate control & ignition —✓
BYD DiLink System with OTA Updating —✓
BYD DiLink System ✓—
Mobile phone NFC & Bluetooth key —✓
Cruise Control (CC) (convenience table) —✓

★ Top trim: used in Compare and Find a car

Same on all trims

SpecAll 2 trims
Dimensions (L × W × H · wheelbase) 4,980 × 1,890 × 1,495 mm · 2,900 mm
Length (mm) 4,980
Width (mm) 1,890
Height (mm) 1,495
Wheelbase (mm) 2,900
Drive Type FWD
Drive Mode Sport, Normal, Eco
Max Power (kW) 198 kW
Engine Capacity 1.5T
Motor Torque (N.m) 325 Nm
Engine Torque (N.m) 231
Fuel consumption (per 100 km) 6.2 L
Charging port Euro Type 2
Combined Range (km) Up to 850
Electric Range (km) 75 (WLTP)
Battery capacity (kWh) 17.6
AC charging power (kW) 6.6 kW AC
Wheels 18" bi-color aluminum alloy
LED headlights ✓
LED rear brake light ✓
LED daytime running lights ✓
Follow me home lights ✓
Electric adjustment, electric & automatic mirrors folding ✓
Leather Seats ✓
Wireless Charging ✓
12V Vehicle Power Interface ✓
USB Interface Type-C x 2 / Type-A x 2
Apple CarPlay + Android Auto* ✓
Dual auto air conditioning ✓
Foot & face rear air vent ✓
Air Vent PM 2.5 Air Filter ✓
Multi-color Ambient Lighting ✓
Driver's & Passenger Airbags ✓
Front-row Side Airbag ✓
Front & Rear Seat Belts Pre-tensioned & height adjustable
Rear Parking Radar Rear x 4
Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ✓
Electric Child Safety Lock ✓
Integrated Power Braking System ✓
Hydraulic Power Brake System & Hydraulic Brake Assist ✓
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) ✓
Traction Control System (TCS) ✓
Vehicle Dynamic Control System (VDC) ✓
Hill Start Control System ✓
Keyless system entry & start ✓
Steering wheel adjustment Manual (4-way)
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) ✓
Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH) ✓
Exterior colours: Atlantis Grey, Beige, White, Black ✓
Interior colours: Red & Beige, Black & Grey ✓
Charger price without installation QAR 3,000
Warranty Battery 8 yrs/200,000 km; other components 6 yrs/150,000 km (whichever comes fir

Where to buy in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Al-Futtaim Automotive - BYD UAEDubaiMarsa Plaza - Festival Blvd - Al Kheeran - Dubai Festival City · Daily 9 AM–8 PM
Al-Futtaim Automotive - BYD UAEAbu DhabiAl Maqta'a Bridge · Daily 9 AM–8 PM
Al-Futtaim Automotive - BYD UAESharjahAl Wahda St · Daily 9 AM–8 PM
Al-Futtaim Automotive - BYD UAERas Al Khaimahشارع الشيخ محمد بن سالم · Daily 9 AM–8 PM
Al-Futtaim Automotive - BYD UAEFujairah48PM+2M3 · Daily 9 AM–8 PM
Al-Futtaim Automotive - BYD UAEAjman9CXM+P7H - Sheikh Rashid Bin Humeed St · Daily 9 AM–8 PM
Al-Futtaim Automotive - Polestar UAEDubaiFestival Blvd · Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun 11 AM–6 PM · Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM
Al-Futtaim Automotive - Polestar UAEAbu Dhabi1st Street - near to Mina Coop · Sat 10 AM–7 PM · Sun Closed · Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM
Al-Futtaim Automotive - Polestar UAEJazanVJH3+Q4W · Sat–Thu 8:30 AM–8:30 PM · Fri Closed

Overview

A plug-in hybrid fastback sedan on BYD's DM-i Gen 4.0 system, with a 17.6 kWh battery and a claimed 850 km WLTP combined range. The 0–100 km/h time of 7.9 s is quoted for the AWD version, and the cabin has a 15.6-inch adaptive central screen and 12 airbags.

Pros

  • Claimed 850 km WLTP combined range
  • 7.9 s 0–100 km/h in the AWD version
  • 12 airbags and a broad DiPilot driver-assistance suite
  • 15.6-inch adaptive central screen and panoramic sunroof
  • 12-way adjustable leather seats

Cons

  • No price published on the BYD Qatar pages
  • Power, torque, boot size and dimensions not listed on the web page
  • No independent crash-test rating cited
  • No electric-only range or charging figures on the web page

SWOT

Strengths

  • Long claimed combined range of 850 km (WLTP)
  • Strong equipment list with 12 airbags and a DiPilot driver-assistance suite
  • Brisk 7.9 s 0–100 km/h in AWD form

Weaknesses

  • Key specs (power, torque, boot space, electric-only range) are only in the PDF spec sheets
  • No price on the model page

Opportunities

  • Ask the dealer for launch offers and trim-specific pricing (Type 10 and Type 20 spec sheets are available)
  • Test drive to check how the hybrid system behaves in hot weather

Threats

  • Resale value of newer plug-in hybrid models is not yet established
  • Rival plug-in hybrid sedans may launch with sharper pricing

Key specs

Full specs for Type 20 (top trim) · see trim differences

Price & basics6
Body type
Sedan · Plug-in hybrid fastback sedan
Dimensions
4,980 × 1,890 × 1,495 mm · 2,900 mm trim not confirmed
Seats
5 trim not confirmed
Powertrain
DM-i Gen 4.0 plug-in hybrid, 17.6 kWh battery trim not confirmed
Drivetrain
AWD trim not confirmed
Cargo space
465 L trim not confirmed
Performance & range8
Max power
269 hp trim not confirmed
Torque
325 Nm trim not confirmed
0–100 km/h
7.9 s trim not confirmed
Top speed
180 km/h trim not confirmed
Combined range
850 km trim not confirmed
EV-only range
75 km trim not confirmed
Consumption
6.2 L/100 km (test cycle not stated) trim not confirmed
Charging
AC 6.6 kW, Type 2 port; 17.6 kWh Blade Battery; no DC rate published trim not confirmed
Safety3
Airbags
12 trim not confirmed
Driver assistance
DiPilot suite: Front Collision Warning, Rear Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Emergency Brake Signal System, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Centering Control, Intelligent High Beam Control, Door Open Warning and Blind Spot Indicator. trim not confirmed
Safety index
7.5/10
Ownership1
Warranty
Battery 8 yrs/200,000 km; other components 6 yrs/150,000 km (whichever comes first); price includes (Qatar) trim not confirmed
Tech & comfort3
Screens
15.6-inch adaptive floating central screen with a high-transparency glass panel and aluminium trim. The pages do not state the driver display size. trim not confirmed
Speakers
12 trim not confirmed
Comfort highlights
Wrap-around leather seats with up to 12-way adjustment and adjustable headrests. Rear seats have an independent centre headrest, a hidden armrest and a folding cup holder. A touch-operated panoramic sunroof (0.867 m²) is fitted.
Reviews2
MotorClash rating
Not disclosed
Summary
Not disclosed

Price by market

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates AED 109,900
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia SAR 104,900
🇶🇦 Qatar QAR 104,667 6 years / 150,000 km vehicle · 8 years / 200,000 km battery
🇰🇼 Kuwait ≈ KWD 9,200≈ converted
🇴🇲 Oman OMR 11,517
🇧🇭 Bahrain BHD 9,999
🇨🇳 China CNY 149,800
🇯🇴 Jordan ≈ JOD 21,200≈ converted
🇮🇶 Iraq IQD 37,000,000
🇪🇬 Egypt ≈ EGP 1,592,000≈ converted
🇱🇧 Lebanon ≈ LBP 2,678,287,500≈ converted
🇸🇾 Syria ≈ SYP 3,650,900≈ converted

Warranty & service

Vehicle warranty6 years / 150,000 km
Battery warranty8 years / 200,000 km

Terms for Qatar; not yet confirmed for United Arab Emirates.

Brochures & documents

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