BMW i4 vs BYD Seal
Compare prices, claimed and real-world range, battery capacity, charging, performance, space and ownership-relevant specifications side by side.
Updated 22 September 2026 · Specifications can vary by variant and model year.
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Comparison overview
| Specification | BMW i4 | BYD Seal |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | eDrive40 | Performance |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹73.88 Lakh | ₹53.65 Lakh |
| Claimed range | 590 km | 580 km |
| Real-world range | 470 km | 460 km |
| Battery capacity | 83.9 kWh | 82.56 kWh |
| Motor power | 249.81 kW | 390 kW |
| DC fast charge | 31m | 38m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
What the numbers say
- BYD Seal has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹53.65 Lakh.
- BMW i4 has the highest displayed claimed range at 590 km.
- BMW i4 has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 31m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
BMW i4
590 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
BYD Seal
₹53.65 Lakh for 580 km
Best Performance
Winner
BYD Seal
390 kW, 0-100 in 3.8s
Best for City
Winner
BMW i4
7.0 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
BMW i4
0-80% in 31 min
Most Spacious
Winner
BMW i4
470L boot, 5 seats
Winners are calculated from the displayed specifications. They are not paid rankings and should be considered alongside price, charging access and your daily usage.
Detailed specifications
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹73.88 Lakh | ₹53.65 Lakh |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 1 May 2022 | 5 Mar 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 590 km Best | 580 km |
| Real World Range | 470 km Best | 460 km |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh Best | 82.56 kWh |
| Efficiency | 7.0 km/kWh Best | 7.0 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 31m Best | 38m |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 31 hrs | 14 hrs Best |
| Motor Power | 249.81 kW | 390 kW Best |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h Best | 180 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7s | 3.8s Best |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats Best | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | 470 L Best | 400 L |
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Data and comparison methodology
Prices are ex-showroom unless stated otherwise. Claimed range comes from the applicable certification or manufacturer figure stored in the BestEV catalogue; real-world range is shown separately when available. Charging times depend on the charger, battery temperature and stated charge window. Confirm the current variant, price and warranty with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before buying.
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