BYD Seal Excellence: How does it compare to my Tesla Model 3 *BOUGHT THE WRONG CAR!*

[@jovceata]

model 3 long range is slower mate get you facts correct and it's so obvious that your a Massive Tesla Fan Boy

[@Mr.Relaxed]

Dont have to be a fanboy to appreciate good cars, and Model 3 is a superb car. Tesla anyday, its simply a better car

[@gdog6226]

​@@Mr.RelaxedHahaha it's just not at all 😂 over 60k for basically the same car they've been making for over 6 years with all the same issues.....loud road noise harsh suspension and just 1 screen...they've even taken away the stalks 😂

[@Mr.Relaxed]

​@gdog6226 clearly you havent been driving new Model 3. More silent now than Byd, everywhere is soft, soundisolated materials, better dampening than Byd and much better software, effiency...and the best warmpumpsystem in the business

[@gdog6226]

​@@Mr.Relaxedwhy clearly 😂 I'm on my 3rd Tesla so probably the true definition of a fanboy!....I drove the Ioniq 5N the week previously and it's 💩 all over the M3P in every single way for exactly the same price! Long and short of it is the Model 3 is over 6 years old with very little development....same interior other new seats in the performance...same lack of dash screen no hud same hard ride and road noise and massively overpriced! I went back to an older model s because my M3P was so bad really uncomfortable. Model 3 rwd is a good 2nd hand purchase and that's only because it's efficient.

[@Mr.Relaxed]

@@gdog6226 Ioniq 5N is in Norway 300 000 NOK more expensive...still I find new Model 3 Performance to be much better. Saying it hasnt changed is just bs😅It's maybe the best electric car for that price and even way up

[@kasmstamps1897]

In Oz, I bought the Dynamic Seal, solar panels &, 30 TSLA. At this stage I don't have the budget to get either the Premium Seal or a Tesla. The Seal looks better to me. Medium term the Tesla with FSD would be hands down the way to go. In the meantime, 13:20 very much like a petrol car.

[@Mario-jn5zq]

Damn the seal is a absolute beauty compared to the model 3... The only reason I will never buy a model 3 or Y is because they look absolute garbage to me... Sorry But I couldn't use a daily driver I don't like from inside and outside

[@Ev_Adventures2024]

The Seal interior is wonderful, there are elements of cheap that ruin it when you spend some time sitting in one. The interior of the Tesla was a big draw for me because it’s unique. The Y doesn’t appeal to me based on looks and the old 3 wasn’t a looker. The current highland models are one of the best looking 4 EV saloons. But that’s whys it’s great that we can compare and choose different cars. Thanks for watching 👍

[@kerrwhatley4682]

Model 3 is not a good looking saloon. Far too common now- all I see is white Model 3’s. Plus you’re comparing a £60k performance model with a £48k seal. Build quality/looks and a decent fast saloon- I’d pick a Seal but it’s personal preference

[@markbennett6658]

@@Ev_Adventures2024the Highland is just a slightly less ugly facelift of the original car IMO and the Polestar 2 looks better than both the BYD and the Tesla

[@Castour]

I have a BYD Seal of my own, the Performance version (excellence version in your country).You have the top spec BYD Seal. The long range is called "Premium" and is only 2 wheel drive. The reason your launch felt slow is because ur at around 50% battery, which in turn wouldn't give u the full power. Try it at full battery or up to 70-80% battery and you will feel the true potential of the car. I've tried launching both at 80% - 100% and around 40-50% and it is a night and day difference. Similar feeling to driving a 350 hp car compared to a 500 hp car. Hope you find this useful.

[@Audios81]

It's the Performance model denoted by the 3.8S on the boot lid. 523hp or 390kw. It's the most powerful Seal with two models below it in the range. Your Excellence = Performance in other markets.

[@dangosypethau]

You really think the Tesla looks better? Really?

[@manimalworks7424]

I live in California. The main reason I haven’t bought a Tesla Model 3 is how iconically ugly it is.

[@MattyThomas86]

You’re in the 3.8sec BYD. That’s pretty quick

[@Ev_Adventures2024]

It’s not slow by any stretch but the Tesla even the long range model feel more aggressive when launching. I also received the seal on 60% battery which may have affected it. Thanks for watching 👍

[@Clove_Parma]

@@Ev_Adventures2024 It's just tuned differently. Tesla tune for instant response, BYD tune for a slight delay to make it closer to ICE cars for those not used to EV torque. Also protects the tyres somewhat. Tesla are trying to appeal to EV and tech new adopters, while BYD are trying to appeal more to owners of traditional ICE cars

[@albrightonthenight]

"Not a direct competitor to the tesla performance" but constantly compares it to a tesla performance 😂

[@madsdgdhg]

What does the fact that not having stalks or gear selector has anything to do with being all in for electric cars? For Tesla that simply means to cut production and supplier cost, it has nothing to do with any attempt of being simplistic or modern. The BYD Seal feels like a higher quality product as soon as you sit inside. It's not as dynamic because that was not the purpose of the car. But even the Model 3 Performance isn't a sports car... the only electric car that might be considered that is the Hyundai Ioniq 5N (and probably the Porsche Taycan for higher price ranges).

[@imma3knee]

Apparently the silence for 0:13 to 1:16 was intentional. I was checking my headphones and stuff thinking something was wrong with my audio.

[@BeastKaido-d5e]

That BYD is soooooo good .

[@xMI55IONx]

Thanks for the review, very useful info. 👍

[@gbmarshall]

How do I buy one? way better than Tesla model 3. Head up display please, thanks. regular stocks... and a dash display.

[@Userof-d4b]

Tesla model 3 interior looks cheap😢

[@Mr.Relaxed]

Buy the Model 3 and never look back. Handling, efficiency, electric engine, heat pump, software, music system, winter abilities, constant OTA`s, ease of driving, no service really needed ever, one pedal driving, infotainment, charging network, Sentry mode, Dogmode with alert to curious visitors, better Cameras, better mobileconnection with UWB, Screen behind for kids to play games or watch a movie +++ Yes, BYD seems to have nicer apperance inside, but thats very subjective..I like Tesla better. BYD have HUD for those who like that, more buttons, startbutton, much more clumsy infortainment, way more laggier

[@Ps5Gaming-p3t]

When you buy a Tesla you must be a Idiot 4 real restepe

[@sithabelamandlawenkosiwodu6298]

You're describing an electric car. Not a Model 3.

[@Mr.Relaxed]

​@@sithabelamandlawenkosiwodu6298Model 3 is an electric car😂

[@JetsetDruid]

I'm pretty sure the seal has real leather seats probably why the feel better than the Tesla's seats

[@Ev_Adventures2024]

There seems to mixed opinions on this. Some say real leather and some say vegan leather. They feel closer to the ‘leather’ in the Tesla than conventional leather but by design are more comfort orientated. The seats in the Tesla strike at being more function over form as in ‘here is something to sit on’ the exception is the performance seats. Thanks for watching

[@wensiangfong]

@@Ev_Adventures2024 Real leather is hard to take care and easily break. Vegan leather last longer and easily clean.. Whether the seat comfortable or not got nothing to do with real or fake leather unless u sit on the car naked and feel the surface on the leather. It depend on the form inside the seats to make it comfortable for long ride.

[@Audios81]

Mid grade Premium and Excellence/Performance have genuine leather seats, steering wheel et cetera. And cheap materials? The Tesla can't even get even panel gaps. Lol

[@Clove_Parma]

@@wensiangfong not true, depends on region. My country gets hot which causes degradation of synthetic "leather" seats much more commonly than real leather. Yes there is a difference in comfort between real and fake leather, real is slightly more breathable. Seat design makes a much bigger difference however

[@elektrosportler]

please buy the video editing software or switch to Davinci Resolve

[@BeastKaido-d5e]

I turn off the video after seeing the camera u use making things looks not real espicially when u get closer to the car .

[@martinlewis9334]

Hello , is the BYD quieter than the Tesla ?

[@Ev_Adventures2024]

Hi, the BYD is a little noisier, more wind noise than all model 3’s. Tyre noise is similar but the model 3 performance is worse on some surfaces due to the large staggered tyres. But, Compared to a long range or standard range, the BYD is also slightly noisier. I was surprised, I think it’s a good car, the Tesla is just better.

[@martinlewis9334]

@@Ev_Adventures2024 I drive the 2021 Model 3 and now looking for a successor, BYD Seal or Xpeng P7 or G6. Model 3 from 2001 find the chassis and noise catastrophic. Greetings from Germany .Translated with Google 😂 I drove the BYD and found it very nice and comfortable, more like a normal car. The only thing that bothered me was that when you take your foot off the gas it continued to accelerate for a millisecond.I like the Xpeng the best but I'm worried that it will disappear from the European market again and I won't be able to find any parts anymore, and the 7-year guarantee won't help either.The BYD still charges a bit too slowly so I'm waiting for the facelift.

[@xMI55IONx]

​@martinlewis9334 have you considered the Zeekr 001?

[@GeoPoi86]

@@martinlewis9334 Any word when it might come in ? I am in Spain and even then BYD here doesn't know. They say maybe in 2026 maybe in a few months 🤔

[@Himdknask123jaaj]

The byd to me is extremely quiet and the suspension is much better than the Tesla

[@PH61a]

I prefer the Tesla. For me this isn't even a match for the basic Tesla. I don't like the looks, the awful piano (plastic) stuff and the interior. BTW: It's amazing that you're allowed to drive as fast as you do on those very narrow roads (with no proper shoulders, lots of curves and very limited view).

[@Karl-Benny]

So what you mean is you don`t want to tell your Wife that you bought the wrong Car

[@hermanstokbrood]

Waiting 20 minutes to hear "this is just another car" from a Tesla fanboy.

[@Karl-Benny]

the Polestar kills the others in Looks and that is by most reviewers

[@jovceata]

it's auto hold left of the gear selector mate

[@shaneturner4630]

it's ugly over the tesla. the tesla is a better car too

[@davidfowles1252]

I like the BYD Seal as the equipment levels and performance are so impressive for the price and like Skoda drivers of old BYD owners eulagise about them like they are god's gifts to motoring. The problem I have is that for all the marketing, pricing etc the car has some serious issues that many of us can't and should not overlook: 1) The boot size is a joke for a family car, it is no bigger than an average hatchback and is so narrow for many requirements (golfers especially) is is a non-starter. 2) If the boot size is not annoying enough it is a saloon opening so you can get much in the gap anyway. 3) Everything is on the screen and it is borderline dangerous to try and change even basic settings. Now I know most manufacturers do this but they don't bury things several layers into the OS to find it. Oh and the turning screen is really not that useful. 4) For a car that is so long and heavy I am struggling to understand why the leg room in the back is actually quite poor compared to competitors especially with no room under the seats for your feet. That and why the range is not that inspiring as the efficiency does not stack up well. 5) The smell in the cabin is actually quite nauseating, not a nice new car, leather smell but like you are trapped in a room you have just painted, the VOC's are actually quite frightening. For me it is such a shame as I was a motivated buyer who felt the Excellence model with it's power, the equipment as standard and the price was unbeatable for fun and value unlike any other EV. Sadly though as a family car and from a safety and space perspective it was a complete non-starter and failed on too many requirements so my hunt continues !

[@BeakerBailey]

Interesting video comparing the Seal to the M3. You might want to edit some parts of your video, blurring out your speed on a single carriageway road maybe...😎

[@Ev_Adventures2024]

That’s the issue with all electric cars, you really need to adjust your speed perception. Thanks for watching 👍

[@coolskool1.061]

This is Tesla fan Bias

[@joaoaraujo7267]

I was inside a BYD Seal after driving the new Model 3 and had the same feeling. Inside it looks a very normal car and a bit Chinese. The Model 3 feels diferent, more premium and special.

[@wensiangfong]

The bad things about seal. 1. wh/km totally lose to tesla by a lot. N might not give you a correct % base on your usage. 2. No Adaptive headlights 3. Suspension is soft and the car very bouncy compare to TM3. 4.Sound system not as good as TM3 LR , Tesla can easily access to apple , youtube , spotify , and tidal for high quality music. 5. Dont have a track record of reliability . 6. Battery is hard to repair. Base on many video of China workshop. Tesla battery still can repair base on module. BYD seal blade battery have to change the whole battery pack. 7. Autopilot of BYD is unusable (very not safe). 8. Car is not safer than TM3 even with the same 5 stars safety ratings. A lot of the categories score is way lower. 9. Software update cant compare to TM3. 10. Charging speed is slow in 2024 at this price.

[@Clove_Parma]

2. is incorrect, best you rephrase to no matrix headlights. They are adaptive in auto dimming high beam but don't do cornering or partial dimming. 5. BYD hybrids have poor reliability, the BEVs do not - I'd also note that agencies like consumer reports say that Tesla also has a poor track record of customer issues. 7. is not accurate as someone who knows many BYD drivers and has driven a lot in them myself. I've only had a few concerning moments, just as I have in my friend's Model Y. 8. sure, both are still safer than the VAST majority of cars on the road, especially in LFP form, and especially compared to ICE competitors. They're both good cars, they're better at different things to eacth other and appeal to different buyers. It's not a horse race where there has to be one winner/best

[@garymc3519]

16:02 72 mph along a country road .......

[@lighthousesaunders7242]

FSD, even in its current state, is why the Tesla is 1000x better. I won't buy any car without FSD.

[@marcusaurelius1310]

Byd looks cheap and is cheap. So those who can’t afford the m3p will go for the byd. I test drove just to see for myself and the interior feels cheap too and almost like a knock off mercedes

[@benlea19]

Prices are pretty much identical to the model 3 other than the performance model.

[@IamY00t]

Tesla looks iconic, the BYD looks chinese

[@Ev_Adventures2024]

The BYD looks and feels more ‘Chinesey’. Still a good electric car, without the shock of the minimalist Tesla interior. The Tesla is better and both feel premium but in different ways.

[@dangosypethau]

fish and frog combined, prefer a seal

[@meldoon]

What would Chinese car look like if not for stolen technology?