Running Cost Analysis
BYD Seal Running Cost in Chennai
TNEB slab-based. Cost per km, monthly spend, and savings vs a petrol equivalent.
Your Driving Profile
Per km
₹1.52
Per day
₹61
Per month
₹1,830
Per year
₹22,264
5-Year Savings vs Petrol
₹3,80,215
Petrol equivalent (15 km/l @ ₹101/L): ₹98,307/yr ·BYD Seal: ₹22,264/yr
Monthly saving
₹6,337
Yearly saving
₹76,043
Lifetime (10 yrs)
₹7,60,430
Chennai Electricity Tariffs
- Home AC charging₹7.5/kWh
- Public DC fast₹18/kWh
- Blended rate₹9.60/kWh
- Petrol price₹101/L
BYD Seal Efficiency
- ARAI range650 km
- Real-world range520 km
- Battery82.6 kWh
- Efficiency0.159 kWh/km
FAQs — BYD Seal Running Cost in Chennai
How much does it cost to charge BYD Seal in Chennai?
At Chennai home tariff of ₹7.5/kWh, a full charge from empty costs about ₹620. A 0-80% charge: ₹496.
How much will I save vs a petrol car?
Driving 40 km/day, you'll save approximately ₹6,337/month or ₹76,043/year vs a petrol car doing 15 km/l.
Does DC fast charging cost more?
Yes — DC fast charging in Chennai is about ₹18/kWh vs ₹7.5/kWh at home. Plan daily charging at home and use DC only for travel.
How long will the battery last?
EV batteries typically last 8-12 years with regular use. Most manufacturers offer an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty covering significant capacity loss.
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Full TCO: EMI + insurance + maintenance + charging for 5 years.