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    BYD Seagull

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    Range

    up to

    220 – 322

    km

    0-100 km/hr

    as fast as

    9.1 – 12.1

    s

    Price

    MSRP

    $

    $22k – 25k

    Description:

    The BYD Seagull is a small five-door electric city hatchback and BYD’s entry-level EV in most markets where it’s sold. It’s called the Seagull in China and the Philippines, the Dolphin Surf in Europe and the Atto 1 in Australia, where the export car has a longer body. It isn’t sold in Canada, and BYD hasn’t confirmed a Canadian model, so the figures below are the European Dolphin Surf’s WLTP ratings and may change. China-market Seagulls, including the new second-generation model, have different specs.

    Specifications:

    Trim Levels:SEAGULL
    Est. Price (CAD)22,000 – 25,000
    Range (km)220 – 322
    Battery (kWh)30 – 43.2
    Power (kW)65 – 115
    0-100km/hr (sec)9.1 – 12.1
    Top speed (km/hr)150
    Torque (Nm)175 – 220
    Charge time (Level 3)29m – 31m
    Charge time (Level 2)3h 30m – 5h

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    Range, Battery, and Charging of the BYD Seagull:

    • Range is rated on the WLTP cycle at 220 km for the 30 kWh Active, 322 km for the 43.2 kWh Boost and 310 km for the more powerful 43.2 kWh Comfort.
    • Two lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries are offered: 30 kWh and 43.2 kWh.
    • A DC fast charge from 10% to 80% takes about 29 to 31 minutes, depending on the version.
    • On a Level 2 charger, a full charge takes about 3.5 to 5 hours.
    • Real-world range falls well short of the rating at highway speeds and on hot days, and cold weather cuts the range of any EV.

    Powertrain and Performance of the BYD Seagull:

    • A single front motor makes 65 kW and 175 Nm in the Active and Boost, or 115 kW and 220 Nm in the Comfort.
    • 0 to 100 km/h takes 9.1 to 12.1 seconds, and top speed is 150 km/h.
    • It’s smooth, quiet and easy to drive in town, and the higher-powered Australian Atto 1 Premium feels quick for its class.
    • Road, wind and suspension noise build up at highway speeds.

    Technology and Features of the BYD Seagull:

    • A central touchscreen and a digital driver display were standard on test cars.
    • Australian and Philippine cars had wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
    • Cruise control and a wireless phone charger were also fitted to test cars.
    • Euro NCAP gave the European Dolphin Surf five out of five stars in 2025.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Not yet. BYD launched a Canadian website in August 2026, but it doesn't take orders, reservations or deposits and doesn't list any models, and BYD hasn't confirmed the Seagull or a launch date for Canada. Bloomberg reported in April 2026 that BYD plans about 20 sales locations in Canada with partners. Our guide to Chinese EVs in Canada tracks which brands and models are expected.
    Not federally if Canadian Seagulls are built in China, because EVAP excludes China-built vehicles, and Manitoba's rebate excludes China-made EVs bought after March 19, 2025. Quebec's Roulez vert, the only other provincial purchase rebate, ends on December 31, 2026, and BYD hasn't announced when Canadian sales would start.
    They're versions of the same small BYD hatchback sold under different names. The first-generation Seagull sold in China and the Philippines is a shorter car with a less powerful motor, while the export version, sold as the Dolphin Surf in Europe and the Atto 1 in Australia, has a longer body and adds a larger battery and a more powerful motor as options. The figures on this page are the European Dolphin Surf's WLTP ratings, not those of China-market Seagulls, including the new second-generation model.
    The European Dolphin Surf is rated at 220 km (30 kWh Active), 322 km (43.2 kWh Boost) and 310 km (43.2 kWh Comfort) on the WLTP cycle. In Australian and Philippine tests, real-world range fell well short of the rating at highway speeds and on hot days, though it held up better in city driving. Cold weather reduces the range of any EV, so expect less in a Canadian winter.
    A DC fast charge from 10% to 80% takes about 29 to 31 minutes, depending on the version. On a Level 2 charger, a full charge takes about 3.5 to 5 hours. BYD hasn't confirmed charging specs for Canada. To plan home charging, try the EV charging cost calculator.
    The European Dolphin Surf uses a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery of either 30 kWh or 43.2 kWh. A single front motor makes 65 kW and 175 Nm in the Active and Boost, or 115 kW and 220 Nm in the Comfort, for 0 to 100 km/h in 9.1 to 12.1 seconds and a top speed of 150 km/h. Canadian specs haven't been announced.
    It depends on the version. The lower-powered Philippine car runs out of breath at highway speeds, while the 115 kW Australian Atto 1 Premium feels quick for its class. Road, wind and suspension noise also build up, and range drops noticeably at sustained highway speeds.
    Most test cars had seats and seatbelts for four, although one Philippine showroom car was described as a five-seater, so seating may vary by market, and BYD added a five-seat option to the European Dolphin Surf in its 2026 update. The rear seat is roomier than expected, with good headroom and legroom and a flat floor. BYD hasn't confirmed Canadian seating or specs.
    There's no front trunk, because the motor sits under the hood. The folding rear seats and the storage space under the centre console help, and at least one test car had a repair kit instead of a spare tire. Boot space differs between the shorter China-market Seagull and the longer export car, and BYD hasn't confirmed cargo specs for Canada.
    Both are small electric hatchbacks with two battery sizes. The Dongfeng Box is rated at 230 to 310 km WLTP from 31.4 or 42.3 kWh batteries, against 220 to 322 km from 30 or 43.2 kWh for the Seagull as the European Dolphin Surf. The Box has a single 70 kW motor, while the Seagull offers 65 kW or 115 kW, and top speed is 140 km/h for the Box against 150 km/h for the Seagull. Neither model is sold in Canada yet, and Seagull figures are for the European Dolphin Surf.

    Pros & Cons

    Pros:

    The Seagull is BYD's entry-level model in most markets, and it's a benchmark for small electric city cars in the Philippines and Australia.
    The sharp front end and full-width rear light bar make it stand out among small city cars.
    Good rear headroom and legroom and a flat rear floor mean adults fit in the back more comfortably than the small footprint suggests.
    The electric drive is smooth and quiet at low speeds, and it's nippy in traffic and easy to park.
    Test cars came with a central touchscreen, a digital driver display, cruise control and a wireless phone charger, and Australian and Philippine cars had wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
    The 30 kWh and 43.2 kWh LFP batteries give 220 to 322 km of WLTP range, and a more powerful 115 kW motor is also offered.
    The storage under the centre console and the folding rear seats add cargo flexibility to a small hatchback.

    Cons:

    Most test cars had seats and seatbelts for four, which limits the Seagull as a family's only car, although the European Dolphin Surf added a five-seat option in 2026.
    Real-world range falls well short of the rating at highway speeds and in hot weather.
    Road, wind and rear-suspension noise build up once the speed picks up.
    Some versions lack rear air vents and rear USB ports, the steering column adjusts for height only, and the faux-leather seats get hot in summer.
    The air conditioning struggled in heat in Australian and Philippine tests, and BYD hasn't confirmed what cold-weather equipment a Canadian version would have.

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