Seal DM-i (PHEV)
₹35.0Lex-showroom
18.3 kWh
Battery
100 km
Range
180 km/h
Top speed
- Blade battery in a PHEV
- 100 km EV range
- 1000 km combined range
Launching soon
BYD India Seal DM-i (PHEV)
Plug-in hybrid sedan · 4W · Launched 2026
₹25.0 Lakh (expected)
Ex-showroom India
Range
80 km
Battery
18.3 kWh
Top speed
185 km/h
Charge
2 hr
Power
218 bhp
Seats
5
1 variants available
BYD India Seal DM-i (PHEV) — All Variants & Prices
Ex-showroom ₹35.0L
Available colors
Pearl White
Glacier Silver
Phantom Black
Storm Grey
Overview
BYD Seal DM-i — plug-in hybrid with 80 km electric range and 1,100+ km total. Drive electric daily, use petrol for long trips only.
Best for
Buyers who want EV benefits daily but need petrol backup for long highway trips without charging
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 80 km EV range — covers most daily commutes
- 1,100+ km total range — zero range anxiety
- DM-i system prioritizes electric mode
- BYD Blade battery in PHEV form
−Cons
- Not yet launched in India
- ₹25L expected
- 150mm GC — low
- Still has a petrol engine — not pure EV
Key features
DM-i super hybrid technology
80 km pure electric range
2-hour plug-in charge
1,100+ km total range (electric + petrol)
EV priority mode — petrol only as backup
12.8-inch rotating display
Safety features
6 airbags
ADAS Level 2
360° camera
ESC
ARAI
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by BYD India in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Not yet launched
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 15-25% below ARAI claim on highways with AC
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
Boot hinge alignment drifts over 30K km — workshop fix
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
Infotainment occasional lag — resolved via OTA
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all BYD India EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on BYD India platforms. We've completed thousands of BYD India repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1If your daily commute is under 70 km, you'll rarely use petrol
- 2Compare with pure EV Seal for commitment to electric
- 3Test on highway at 100 kmph with AC to gauge real range
- 4Verify DC fast-charging in your travel corridor
- 5Resale value depends on battery health certification at sale
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 18.3 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 80 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 2 hours |
| Fast charge | Not supported on PHEV (AC only) |
| Battery warranty | — |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 185 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 218 bhp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM + 1.5L Atkinson petrol |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1780 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 150 mm |
| Boot space | 400 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
On-road price by city
Estimated on-road price of BYD India Seal DM-i (PHEV). Actual price may vary by dealer and variant. Includes RTO + insurance + handling.
| City | Ex-showroom | RTO | Insurance | On-road (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Delhi | ₹25.00 Lakh | ₹1.00 Lakh(4%) | ₹87,500 | ₹27.02 Lakh |
Mumbai | ₹25.00 Lakh | ₹2.75 Lakh(11%) | ₹87,500 | ₹28.77 Lakh |
Bengaluru | ₹25.00 Lakh | ₹2.00 Lakh(8%) | ₹87,500 | ₹28.02 Lakh |
Hyderabad | ₹25.00 Lakh | ₹2.25 Lakh(9%) | ₹87,500 | ₹28.27 Lakh |
Chennai | ₹25.00 Lakh | ₹2.00 Lakh(8%) | ₹87,500 | ₹28.02 Lakh |
Pune | ₹25.00 Lakh | ₹2.50 Lakh(10%) | ₹87,500 | ₹28.52 Lakh |
Ahmedabad | ₹25.00 Lakh | ₹1.50 Lakh(6%) | ₹87,500 | ₹27.52 Lakh |
Kolkata | ₹25.00 Lakh | ₹1.25 Lakh(5%) | ₹87,500 | ₹27.27 Lakh |
Estimates based on standard RTO rates. EV-specific exemptions may apply in some states. Contact dealer for exact on-road pricing.
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6.6
Good
BYD India Seal DM-i (PHEV)
₹25.0 Lakh (expected)
6.6/10
Range & battery
5
Performance
7
Features & tech
7
Safety
7
Value for money
7
Service network
6.5
Bottom line
The BYD India Seal DM-i (PHEV) scores 6.6/10 overall. Best suited for: Buyers who want EV benefits daily but need petrol backup for long highway trips without charging. Key strength: 80 km ev range — covers most daily commutes. Main consideration: not yet launched in india.
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