BYD sets October 20 launch for the second-generation Seagull EV in China

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BYD will launch the second-generation Seagull EV on October 20 at the Zhengzhou International Circuit, according to a media invitation. Blind pre-orders opened on October 9, but BYD has not disclosed a price. The car launches in China first; an overseas version is expected but no market or date is named.

• Two battery options are offered, with CLTC ranges of up to 320 km and 420 km.
• Both use BYD lithium iron phosphate Blade Batteries; higher trims get 1,500 kW flash charging, which the article says takes the battery from 10% to 70% in 5 minutes.
• Unconfirmed online rumours put the price at about 85,000 yuan (roughly $12,500); BYD has not confirmed it.
• An overseas version is likely to be based on the Dolphin Surf or Dolphin Mini, according to the article's expectation, not an announcement.