GAC AION i60 vs BYD Seal: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: GAC AION i60 vs BYD Seal. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
BYD Seal wins this head-to-head
It wins 4 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 1 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | AION i60 | Seal |
|---|---|---|
| Range Seal wins | 500 km | 570 km |
| Battery Seal wins | 69.9 kWh | 82.5 kWh |
| Efficiency AION i60 wins | 14 kWh/100km | 14.6 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Seal wins | 7.9 s | 3.8 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% AION i60 wins | ~16 min | ~25 min |
| Seats tie | 5 | 5 |
| Price AION i60 wins | $28,990 | $42,000 |
| Rating Seal wins | 4.2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $315/yr | $329/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | AION i60 | Seal |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 69.9 kWh usable | 82.5 kWh (LFP Blade) |
| Range | 248 miles (EPA est.) / 500 km (CLTC) | 570 km (WLTP) |
| DC Fast Charging | 150 kW peak, 30-80% in 16 min | — |
| Motor | Single motor FWD | — |
| Power | 201 hp / 150 kW | AWD · 523 hp |
| Torque | 165 lb-ft / 225 Nm | — |
| 0-60 mph | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 99 mph / 160 km/h | — |
| Cargo | 17.2 cu ft / 487 liters | 400 L |
| Curb Weight | 3,858 lbs / 1,750 kg | — |
| Towing | Not rated | — |
| Warranty | 8 years / 100,000 miles battery, 5 years / 100,000 miles vehicle | — |
| Top speed | — | 180 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | — | 3.8 s |
| Charging (10-80%) | — | ~25 min |
| Drive | — | Dual motor AWD |
| Efficiency | — | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Seats | — | 5 |
| V2L | — | Yes |
GAC AION i60
Pros
- 310 miles of CLTC range for $28,990, which is $16,000 less than a Tesla Model Y Long Range
- 150 kW DC fast charging adds 124 miles in 10 minutes and goes 30-80% in 16 minutes
- 17.2 cu ft of trunk space beats the Kia Niro EV by 3.4 cu ft
- Standard 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and ADiGO 5.0
- 11 kW onboard charger refills the 69.9 kWh pack in 6.5 hours
Cons
- 7.9-second 0-60 mph is 1.4 seconds slower than a Tesla Model Y Long Range
- 248-mile EPA-estimated range trails the 310-mile Model Y by 62 miles
- No Euro NCAP or IIHS safety rating as of early 2026
- Top speed is limited to 99 mph, 36 mph less than a Model Y
- Rear legroom of 35.4 inches is 1.2 inches tighter than a Kia Niro EV
BYD Seal
Pros
- Class-leading value
- Fast, fun to drive
- Safe LFP battery
- Long real-world range
Cons
- Firm ride on 19" wheels
- Infotainment can feel busy
- No roof rail option
- Charging network varies by market
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Seal really better than GAC AION i60?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, GAC AION i60 or BYD Seal?
500 km vs 570 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $315/yr for the GAC AION i60 and $329/yr for the BYD Seal.
Should I compare more models?
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