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Another win for BYD: Seal EV takes the crown in Japan

Signed, sealed, and now Japan-approved! The BYD Seal EV was named the 2024 EV of the Year, following up on the Dolphin EV’s win last year.

Autodeal on Mar 20, 2025

The BYD Seal EV wins Japan’s EV of the Year for 2024.

We’re barely into 2025, and BYD is already collecting awards left and right. This time, the Seal EV has bagged an award straight from Japan, so it looks like BYD’s rise in the industry isn’t slowing down anytime soon.

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The BYD Seal EV has been named Japan’s EV of the Year for 2024, making it BYD’s second consecutive win in the Japan Annual EV Awards. The Seal EV beat out other finalists, including the Honda N-VAN e: and Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, to take the top spot. The win follows another recent recognition for the Seal EV, as it was also named one of Japan Car of the Year’s Top Ten Best Models for 2024–2025.

The award organizers praised the Seal EV for its design, driving experience, and overall performance. Since launching in Japan in 2024, the Seal EV has been available in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive variants. It features an 82.56 kWh BYD Blade battery, and the all-wheel drive model can go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds, while the rear-wheel drive version does it in 5.9 seconds. Driving range varies between 510 km, 600 km, and 650 km, depending on the version. The model also supports fast charging, allowing it to go from 30% to 80% in just 20 minutes.

Inside, the Seal EV comes with a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 15.6-inch floating touchscreen, a W-HUD head-up display, and a flat-bottom steering wheel. It also includes BYD’s DiLink 6.0 system, providing modern connectivity and vehicle control features. BYD is also planning to expand further in Japan. The company has announced plans to launch its first plug-in hybrid model in the country this year, with new models set to follow annually.

BYD isn’t wasting time in 2025, taking home awards one after another. With a standout look, long battery life, and fast charging, the Seal is getting the recognition it deserves. If you are thinking of getting an award-winning car, explore BYD’s full lineup at AutoDeal.com.ph.