As promised, a new variant of the BYD Seal EV, the Dynamic Standard Range model, has just been launched in Malaysia. The most affordable variant of the electric sedan was previously dropped from the lineup at launch due to low demand, so it appears things have changed between now and then.

Here in Malaysia, the Dynamic Seal is priced at RM163,800, which is RM16,000 less than the Premium model (RM179,800; it’s also a cool RM36,000 more affordable than the range-topping Performance model (RM199,800). It’s worth noting that the Dynamic Seal is only offered in two colours as well: Cosmos Black and Aurora White.

What differentiates the Dynamic model of the Seal to the two higher-end variants are the wheels – they are smaller 18-inch units with a new design – performance, range, and charging speeds. The Dynamic features a single electric motor on the rear wheels that does 204PS and 310Nm of torque, which is still reasonably powerful for a 0-100kmph time of 7.5 seconds. Aside from that, it also has a 61.44kWh battery that offers up to 460km of WLTP range with support for 110kW DC charging.

In comparison, the higher-end Premium Seal has a similar single rear motor setup as the Dynamic, though it has higher outputs of 313PS and 360Nm of torque (0-100kmph in 5.9 seconds). Paired with a higher capacity 82.56kWh battery, it can travel up to 570km (WLTP) on a single charge as well. It can do faster 150kW DC charging too, allowing the large battery to be charged from 10-80% in 37 minutes.

Last but not least is the Seal in the highest-end Performance AWD trim. This model has a dual-motor setup with a combined output of 530PS and 670Nm of torque, allowing it to go from 0-100kmph in only 3.8 seconds. It also has the same 82.5kWh battery (and 150kW DC charging rate) as the Premium, but given the extra performance, the range is reduced to 520km (WLTP).

To recap, the BYD Seal Dynamic is priced at RM163,800 in Malaysia; the first 100 bookings of the new base model will even include a wall box home charger. If you’re keen to test drive the most affordable Seal, you can do from 6 to 8 September this weekend at Stadium Bukit Jalil Car Park B.