If anyone watching this video owns a BYD SEAL, I would be really interested to know if you've come across any of the charging issues that I pointed out in the video.
No charging issues on our '23 Seal Performance AWD. Has the most recent software in Oz, 1.2.1. Charging reaches 157kw max on super fast chargers, those 200kw and higher. Only one problem in 20k kms; the AC system would not respond to any changes, couldn't turn it off, couldn't lower fan speed et cetera. Happened for 4 days and resolved itself the day we were to bring in for service. Video on my page. One other person stated they had the same problem so it's def not a one off. Other than that no issues whatsoever. Also the Seal does have 800V architecture but limits charging to 150kw. The new Sealion 7 (the Seal SUV) goes up to I believe 200kw on the same platform.
Thanks for sharing your experience! The AC issue sounds frustrating and funny to hear that it solved itself (did you hit it a little to maybe get it to work again :) The Sealion 7 sounds exciting, especially with its higher charging cap. It’ll be interesting to see how they tweak the platform for SUVs. Have you considered changing the car or are you happy with it ?
@@NonstopDrivingReviewsBelieve it or not, we came from a '21 G20 BMW M340i, and traded it for the Seal. Step down right? It's been amazing for the price. Just couldn't beat it at its price. It's so roomy inside, quiet, fast, easy to live with, and mostly reliable (hasn't stranded us in any way). Yes it takes a bit more planning for road trips, but it's tolerable. If this is BYDs first effort in Australia, and being such a new company, I can't wait to see what's next. Their Yang Wang range is amazing if it comes to our shores. If I can get an SUV that is better than a Range Rover, more reliable, and a quarter the price, id do it. I would have paid $100k AUD for the Seal, even a bit more. Build quality is excellent😮 This coming from a German manufactured vehicle owner since I was 15, over 30 years ago. Nothing I thought could beat BMW, but while driving dynamics are not BMW level, they aren't far off. It drives like the newest C class, but larger and more comfortable. All in all, id absolutely buy another. Would be nice if it were 400kg lighter and let's say an even 400kw, then we'd be talking world class.
Was it a 400 och 800V DC charger? The Seal isn't a true 800V architecture so it only get 150kW on a 800V charger as internally it's 620V on the battery pack. It also rapid gate at 52 C degree on the batttery and then dumps the chargingspeed to half. good to know. I'm a seal owner and the carging isn't really good for a "800V" system.
Because I was sometimes going 4 km/h over the speed limit claimed by my tachometer? Theoretically I was only going 1 km/h over the speed limit as there is a 3 km/h difference tolerant.... but okay :) (truly living in the fast lane)
If anyone watching this video owns a BYD SEAL, I would be really interested to know if you've come across any of the charging issues that I pointed out in the video.
No charging issues on our '23 Seal Performance AWD. Has the most recent software in Oz, 1.2.1. Charging reaches 157kw max on super fast chargers, those 200kw and higher. Only one problem in 20k kms; the AC system would not respond to any changes, couldn't turn it off, couldn't lower fan speed et cetera. Happened for 4 days and resolved itself the day we were to bring in for service. Video on my page. One other person stated they had the same problem so it's def not a one off.
Other than that no issues whatsoever. Also the Seal does have 800V architecture but limits charging to 150kw. The new Sealion 7 (the Seal SUV) goes up to I believe 200kw on the same platform.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
The AC issue sounds frustrating and funny to hear that it solved itself (did you hit it a little to maybe get it to work again :)
The Sealion 7 sounds exciting, especially with its higher charging cap. It’ll be interesting to see how they tweak the platform for SUVs. Have you considered changing the car or are you happy with it ?
@@NonstopDrivingReviewsBelieve it or not, we came from a '21 G20 BMW M340i, and traded it for the Seal. Step down right? It's been amazing for the price. Just couldn't beat it at its price. It's so roomy inside, quiet, fast, easy to live with, and mostly reliable (hasn't stranded us in any way). Yes it takes a bit more planning for road trips, but it's tolerable. If this is BYDs first effort in Australia, and being such a new company, I can't wait to see what's next. Their Yang Wang range is amazing if it comes to our shores. If I can get an SUV that is better than a Range Rover, more reliable, and a quarter the price, id do it. I would have paid $100k AUD for the Seal, even a bit more. Build quality is excellent😮 This coming from a German manufactured vehicle owner since I was 15, over 30 years ago. Nothing I thought could beat BMW, but while driving dynamics are not BMW level, they aren't far off. It drives like the newest C class, but larger and more comfortable. All in all, id absolutely buy another. Would be nice if it were 400kg lighter and let's say an even 400kw, then we'd be talking world class.
Falsch, 400 Volt Technologie mit einem ladebooster, erst der neue sea Lion hat eine 800 Volt Technologie @@Audios81
@@Audios81 isn't the latest version for a few weeks now 1.3.1?
Electrobays had the same charging problem with his test seal, it needed a software update to solve that issue.
Was it a 400 och 800V DC charger? The Seal isn't a true 800V architecture so it only get 150kW on a 800V charger as internally it's 620V on the battery pack. It also rapid gate at 52 C degree on the batttery and then dumps the chargingspeed to half. good to know. I'm a seal owner and the carging isn't really good for a "800V" system.
They were all 800V DC chargers. Thanks for the info, you learn something every day!
I've had exactly this car with no such charge issues. Maybe you need to get the dealer to look at it?
Are you sure the seal has 800v architecture? In many other videos I've seen people saying its 400v.
@@Ilanuil apparently it’s only a 620V battery pack but in the press release that we informed us from it claimed a 800V architecture.
Good idea to make a video of you consistently breaking the speed limit!
Because I was sometimes going 4 km/h over the speed limit claimed by my tachometer? Theoretically I was only going 1 km/h over the speed limit as there is a 3 km/h difference tolerant.... but okay :) (truly living in the fast lane)
@@NonstopDrivingReviews The German pressure of the role following.. :-)