Engineering:BYD Seagull

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Short description: Battery electric city car hatchback
BYD Seagull
Overview
ManufacturerBYD Auto
Also called
  • BYD Dolphin Mini (Latin America, except Colombia and Uruguay)[1]
  • BYD Dolphin Surf (Europe and South Africa)[2][3]
  • BYD Atto 1 (Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia and Nepal)[4]
ProductionApril 2023 – present
Assembly
  • China: Xi'an, Shaanxi; Changzhou, Jiangsu[5]
  • Brazil: Camaçari, Bahia[6]
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[7]
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)
Length
  • 3,780 mm (148.8 in)
  • 3,990 mm (157.1 in) (Dolphin Surf)
Width1,715 mm (67.5 in)
Height
  • 1,540 mm (60.6 in)
  • 1,590 mm (62.6 in) (Dolphin Surf)
uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight1,160–1,240 kg (2,557–2,734 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorBYD e1[8]

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).[10] It is part of the Ocean Series product line and marketed in China through Ocean Network-branded dealerships and stores.

The car is sold in some Latin American markets as the BYD Dolphin Mini,[11] in Europe as the BYD Dolphin Surf, and in some Asia-Pacific markets as the BYD Atto 1.

Overview

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.[12]

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.[13] 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.[14] 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.[15][16]

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.[12]

Following its world premiere at Auto Shanghai in the second half of April 2023, BYD started delivering the Seagull in China.[15] Upon its release, BYD received 10,000 orders for the Seagull in 24 hours.[17] On 29 November 2023, the 200,000th Seagull rolled off the assembly line, only seven months after its introduction.[18] 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.[19][20][21][22]

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • Interior
    Interior

2024 update

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.[23] The Seagull Honor Edition introduced a new body colour option, Ice Blue, with a Sea Blue interior colour.[24]

2025 facelift

In February 2025, BYD introduced the updated Seagull in China. It received revised front and rear bumper design, revised interior elements, and the addition of BYD's advanced driver assistance system marketed as God's Eye C and DiPilot 100.[25]

  • 2025 ВYD Seagull facelift
    2025 ВYD Seagull facelift
  • Rear view
    Rear view

Export markets

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.[26][27][28] According to BYD Europe executive Michael Shu, the European market Seagull will be "a different concept, but still a Seagull."[29]

Africa

South Africa

The Seagull was launched in South Africa as the Dolphin Surf on 16 September 2025. It is available in two variants: Comfort (30 kWh) and Dynamic (38.8 kWh).[3]

Asia

Indonesia

The Seagull was launched in Indonesia as the Atto 1 on 23 July 2025 at the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show. It is available in two variants: Dynamic (30.88 kWh) and Premium (38.88 kWh).[30][31] The Indonesian-market model shares the same front fascia design with the European-market Dolphin Surf.[32]

Philippines

The Seagull went on sale in the Philippines in October 2024 in a single variant, equipped with a 30.88 kWh battery.[33]

Australia

The Seagull, marketed as Atto 1, is due for sale in Australia on November 2025, with two variants: the "Essential" with a 65 kW (87 hp) powertrain and a 30 kWh battery, giving it a combined WLTP range of 220 km (140 mi); and the "Premium" with a 115 kW (154 hp) powertrain and a 43.2 kWH battery, with a combined WLTP range of 310 km (190 mi).[34]

Europe

The European market model was introduced in Europe in April 2025 as the Dolphin Surf.[35] The Dolphin Surf has a revised front end and rear bumper, therefore its length was increased to 3,990 mm (157.1 in). Three trim levels are available, which are Active, Boost and Comfort. The Active trim is equipped with a 30 kWh battery, while the other trims uses a 43.2 kWh battery.[36]

  • BYD Dolphin Surf
    BYD Dolphin Surf
  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • Interior
    Interior

Latin America

Brazil

BYD Dolphin Mini in Brazil

The Seagull went on sale in Brazil as the Dolphin Mini in February 2024.[37] 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.[38] In early 2025, the Dolphin Mini will be assembled in Brazil at BYD's Camaçari plant alongside the BYD Song Pro.[39]

Colombia

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.[40]

Mexico

The Seagull went on sale in Mexico as the Dolphin Mini in March 2024.[41] 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.[41][42]

Uruguay

The Seagull went on sale in Uruguay in January 2024. It is available in two variants, dubbed the EV300 and EV400, which are equipped with a 30.08 kWh and 38.88 kWh battery respectively.[43]

Specifications

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),[15] a claimed 0–50 km/h (31 mph) acceleration time of 4.9 seconds,[44] and a 0–100 km/h (62 mph) time of 13 seconds.

Both the Vitality and Freedom models come with a FinDreams 30 kWh LFP Blade battery, enabling a cruising range rating of 305 km (190 mi) on the CLTC; the Flying model sports a larger 38 kWh battery pack and a range of approximately 405 km (252 mi). The battery can be recharged via a 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

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 battery (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

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.[45]

Sales

Upon its release, BYD received 10,000 orders for the Seagull in 24 hours.[17] On 29 November 2023, the 200,000th Seagull rolled off the assembly line, only seven months after its introduction.[18]

Year China Brazil Colombia Costa Rica Uruguay Total production
2023 239,270[46] 280,217[47]
2024 453,593[48] 21,937[49] 1,513[50] 1,133[51] 1,667[52] 479,294[53]

Safety

The European specification BYD Dolphin Surf received a five-star rating from Euro NCAP.[54]

Euro NCAP test results
BYD Dolphin Surf LHD (2025)
Test Points %
Overall: StarStarStarStarStar
Adult occupant: 33.2 82%
Child occupant: 42.4 86%
Pedestrian: 48.4 76%
Safety assist: 13.9 77%

See also

  • List of BYD Auto vehicles

References

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