- BYD recently commenced testing of the Seal in India
- Currently sells the e6 and Atto 3 in the country
Chinese automobile brand BYD recently started testing what is touted to be its third offering for the Indian market. Called the Seal EV, the model could be introduced in the coming months. Now, it has been learned that BYD has trademarked the Dolphin name in the country.
Globally, the BYD Dolphin is available with two battery pack options - 44.9kWh and 60.4kWh units. The latter produces an output of up to 174bhp and 260Nm of torque, while the 44.9kWh unit generates 201bhp and 310Nm of torque.
In terms of design, the Dolphin EV gets a blanked-off grille with a faux carbon-fibre finish, projector headlamps and LED DRLs, 17-inch aero-focused wheels, charging port on the front fender, and A-pillar-mounted ORVMs. It also features dual-tone finish extended to the bonnet, wraparound LED taillights, LED light bar on the tailgate, rear wiper and washer, and an integrated spoiler with a high-mounted stop lamp.
Inside, the model receives features in the form of a panoramic sunroof, 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen infotainment system, six airbags, 360-degree camera, ADAS suite, V2L function, and drive modes (Eco, Normal, Sport, and Snow). It is to be noted that BYD has not showcased or confirmed plans to introduce the Dolphin India as yet.
