BYD Seagull Small Car – EV, Rental and Road Trip

Basic Information

• Official Price: 69,800 CNY
• Manufacturer: BYD
• Category: Small Car
• Energy Type: All-Electric
• Release Date: March 2024
• Motor: All-Electric, 75 horsepower
• Electric Range (km) – NEDC: 305
• Electric Range (km) – CLTC: 305
• Charging Time (hours): Fast charging 0.5 hours, slow charging 4.3 hours
• Fast Charging Capacity (%): 30-80
• Maximum Power (kW): 55 (75 horsepower)
• Maximum Torque (N·m): 135
• Transmission: Single-speed electric transmission
• Dimensions (L x W x H) (mm): 3780 x 1715 x 1540
• Body Type: 5-door, 4-seater hatchback
• Top Speed (km/h): 130
• Official 0-50 km/h Acceleration Time (s): 4.9
• Power Consumption (kWh/100 km):9.6 kWh
• Fuel Consumption Equivalent (L/100 km): 1.12
• Warranty: 6 years or 150,000 kilometers
• Estimated Maintenance Cost for 60,000 km: 1,348 CNY

Vehicle Body

• Length (mm): 3780
• Width (mm): 1715
• Height (mm): 1540
• Wheelbase (mm): 2500
• Front Track (mm): 1500
• Rear Track (mm): 1500
• Body Type: Hatchback
• Number of Doors: 5
• Door Opening Method: Conventional
• Number of Seats: 4
• Curb Weight (kg): 1160
• Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1460
• Cargo Capacity (L): 930
• Minimum Turning Radius (m): 4.95

Electric Motor

• Motor Description: All-electric, 75 horsepower
• Motor Type: Permanent magnet/synchronous
• Total Motor Power (kW): 55
• Total Motor Horsepower (Ps): 75
• Total Motor Torque (N·m): 135
• Front Motor Maximum Power (kW): 55
• Front Motor Maximum Torque (N·m): 135
• Number of Drive Motors: Single motor
• Motor Layout: Front-mounted

Battery/Charging

• Battery Type: Lithium iron phosphate battery
• Battery Technology: Blade battery
• Cell Brand: BYD
• Battery Pack Warranty: Unlimited time/mileage for the first owner (subject to official terms and conditions)
• Battery Capacity (kWh): 30.08
• Charging: Fast charging in 0.5 hours, slow charging in 4.3 hours
• Maximum Fast Charging Power (kW): 30
• Fast Charging Port Location: Right fender
• Slow Charging Port Location: Right fender
• Battery Temperature Management System: Low-temperature heating
• VTOL Mobile Power Station Function: Standard
• Maximum External Discharge Power (kW): 3.3
• Minimum Allowable External Discharge Battery Level (%): 15

Transmission

• Transmission Description: Single-speed transmission for electric vehicles
• Number of Gears: 1
• Transmission Type: Fixed gear ratio transmission

Chassis/Steering

• Drivetrain: Front-engine, front-wheel drive
• Front Suspension Type: MacPherson independent suspension
• Rear Suspension Type: Longitudinal arm twist beam non-independent suspension
• Steering Type: Electric power-assisted
• Body Structure: Unibody

Wheels/Braking

• Front Brake Type: Ventilated disc
• Rear Brake Type: Solid disc
• Parking Brake Type: Electronic parking brake
• Front Tire Size: 165/65 R15
• Rear Tire Size: 165/65 R15

Active Safety

• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Standard
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD/CBC, etc.): Standard
• Brake Assist (EBA/BA, etc.): Standard
• Traction Control System (TCS/ASR, etc.): Standard
• Electronic Stability Control (ESP/DSC, etc.): Standard

Passive Safety

• Front Airbags: Driver and passenger
• Side Curtain Airbags: Standard
• Seat Belt Reminder: Standard
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS): Tire pressure warning
• Child Seat Anchors (ISOFIX): Standard

Assistance/Control Configuration

• Parking Sensors: Rear
• Driver Assistance Imaging: Rearview camera
• Cruise Control System: Cruise control
• Auto Hold (AUTOHOLD): Standard
• Hill Start Assist (HAC): Standard
• Drive Mode Selection: Sport, Snow, ECO/Economy, Standard Comfort
• Brake Energy Recovery System: Standard
• Low-Speed Driving Warning Sound: Standard

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Rules and Regulations

Cancellation Policy

• First, canceling more than 120 hours before the scheduled pickup time will incur no charges.
• Second, canceling between 72 and 120 hours before the scheduled pickup time will incur a penalty of 30% of the rental fee.
• Third, canceling between 24 and 72 hours before the scheduled pickup time will incur a penalty of 50% of the rental fee.
• Fourth, canceling between 0 and 24 hours before the scheduled pickup time will incur a penalty of 80% of the rental fee.
• Fifth, after the scheduled pickup time, cancellations are not allowed, and the full prepaid rental fee will be charged. Returning the vehicle early will not result in a refund of the remaining rental days.
• Finally, refunds will be processed within 30 days to the original payment account.

Modification Policy

• First, Driver Information Modification
• Please contact our staff to update or change the driver’s information before pickup.
• Second, Pickup Time Modification
• Please contact our staff before pickup to confirm vehicle availability and modify the pickup time.
• Third, Return Time Modification
• Shortening the rental period before pickup will follow the cancellation policy for the reduced rental days. To extend the rental period before or after pickup, please contact our staff to confirm vehicle availability. The return time will be updated, and additional rental fees will be calculated based on system prices. Shortening the rental period after pickup due to customer reasons will not result in a refund for the canceled days.
• Fourth, Pickup/Return Location Modification
• Please contact our staff before pickup to confirm vehicle availability and modify the pickup/return location. After pickup, only the return location can be modified. Cross-city returns will incur additional fees.
• Fifth, Vehicle Model Modification
• Please contact our staff before pickup to confirm vehicle availability and modify the vehicle model.
• Sixth, due to the specific nature of vehicle resources, please contact our staff in advance for any order changes. Any additional fees will be charged, and refunds will be processed within 30 days to the original payment account.
• Seventh, limited-time offers and special rental deals are subject to availability. Please contact customer service in advance to check if changes are possible. If changes are not possible, we appreciate your understanding.

Required Documents for Pickup

• First, Valid Domestic Driver’s License
• The driver must have a C2 or higher license (drivers with less than one year of driving experience are recommended to drive Type B vehicles). The license must be valid beyond the return date.
• Second, Valid Identification Document
• Domestic customers: Second-generation ID card
• Hong Kong and Macao customers: Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (Home Return Permit)
• Taiwan customers: Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents (Taiwan Compatriot Permit)
• Foreign customers: Passport and visa/residence permit
• Third, Driver’s Credit Card
• A valid credit card issued by a domestic bank with a minimum available credit limit of CNY 15,000 for pre-authorization/deposit.

Deposit Pre-Authorization

• First, at the time of vehicle pickup, a pre-authorization for the rental deposit will be placed on the driver’s credit card. The credit card must be under the driver’s name with a minimum available credit limit of CNY 15,000. For rental periods exceeding 20 days, the deposit must be provided as a charge.
• Second, to verify if there are any traffic violations during the rental period, a deposit of CNY 5,000 will be pre-authorized on the credit card at the time of vehicle return.
• Third, the pre-authorized amount for traffic violations will be held for approximately 30 working days and then automatically released, subject to the issuing bank’s policies.
• Fourth, cash deposits are not accepted.

Vehicle Cleaning Fee

• First, a cleaning fee of CNY 100-150 will be charged online for exterior and interior cleaning and disinfection.
• Second, unauthorized advertising or stickers on the vehicle are prohibited. Any damage to existing decals will result in a CNY 500 compensation fee, and the vehicle may be recalled early.

Rental Process

• First, complete paperwork at the counter.
• Second, provide credit card for security deposit.
• Third, sign rental contract.
• Fourth, learn how to use the EV.
• Finally, begin your journey!