Comparing the BYD Seal and the Citroen Basalt side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BYD Seal is available at ₹4,199,000, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the BYD Seal comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 308 bhp (RWD) / 523 bhp (AWD) and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | Blade LFP 82.56 kWh | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual or Single) | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | — | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Power | 308 bhp (RWD) / 523 bhp (AWD) | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 360 Nm (RWD) / 670 Nm (AWD) | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 82.56 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~26 min (10-80%) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (150 kW) | — |
| Range | 650 km - WLTP (RWD) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 400 Litres + 50 L frunk | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 150 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1975 kg (AWD) | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4800 mm / 1875 mm / 1460 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2920 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive ADAS | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | — |
| Infotainment System | 15.6-inch Rotating Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Dynaudio 12-Speaker | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C + V2L | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Sedan) | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R19 | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - iTAC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Aurora WhiteCosmos BlackAtlantic GreyShark Grey | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
