BYD Seagull vs Tesla Model Y
BYD Seagull
$10,999 – $11,500
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing BYD Seagull vs Tesla Model Y. BYD Seagull offers the strongest value on price. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
BYD Seagull
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
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Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
BYD Seagull
$10,999 – $11,500
Rating: 4.6/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
BYD Seagull |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BYD | Tesla |
| Model | Seagull | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | Ev | Ev |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $10,999 – $11,500 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $11,500 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $10,500 | $47,990 |
| Engine | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 74 hp (55 kW) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 135 Nm | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 4.9 sec (0-50 km/h) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | N/A | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | 405 km (CLTC) | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 0 g/km | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 38.88 kWh Blade Battery | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | 30 kW DC Fast Charging | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.6/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 450 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 8.5 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | 9.0 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.8 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.0 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 9.8 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Exceptional affordability and value; Extremely safe Blade Battery (LFP) technology; Compact size with clever urban packa... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Limited highway passing power due to smaller motor; Rear seat space is tight for taller adults; Basic sound insulation a... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
