PREMIUM VARIANT BYD SEAL DC FAST CHARGING SPEED TEST SYDNEY AUSTRALIA

EV Channels Review

The reviewer conducted a DC fast charging speed test on the Premium Variant BYD Seal in Sydney, Australia. The primary goal was to verify BYD's claim of charging from 30% to 80% in 26 minutes. The test began at 16% state of charge and concluded at 80%. The reviewer found that the charging speed was consistently around 111 kW for a significant portion of the charge, only dropping noticeably after 66% (to 79 kW). The total time to reach 80% from 16% was 34 minutes. However, when calculating the time from 30% to 80%, the reviewer achieved the claimed 26 minutes, noting that this specific timing applies to the Premium and Performance trims in Australia, not the base Dynamic model. The reviewer also highlighted that charging beyond 80% is significantly slower and generally not recommended for road trips due to efficiency and courtesy to other users. The charging location offered basic amenities but lacked shelter, which was a point of criticism. The cost comparison indicated that public DC fast charging is more expensive than home charging, even when favoring ICE vehicle costs.