Running Cost Analysis
BYD Seal Running Cost in Hyderabad
TSSPDCL residential rate. Cost per km, monthly spend, and savings vs a petrol equivalent.

Your Driving Profile
Per km
₹1.56
Per day
₹62
Per month
₹1,868
Per year
₹22,728
5-Year Savings vs Petrol
₹4,11,960
Petrol equivalent (15 km/l @ ₹108/L): ₹1,05,120/yr ·BYD Seal: ₹22,728/yr
Monthly saving
₹6,866
Yearly saving
₹82,392
Lifetime (10 yrs)
₹8,23,920
Hyderabad Electricity Tariffs
- Home AC charging₹8/kWh
- Public DC fast₹17/kWh
- Blended rate₹9.80/kWh
- Petrol price₹108/L
BYD Seal Efficiency
- ARAI range650 km
- Real-world range520 km
- Battery82.6 kWh
- Efficiency0.159 kWh/km
FAQs — BYD Seal Running Cost in Hyderabad
How much does it cost to charge BYD Seal in Hyderabad?
At Hyderabad home tariff of ₹8/kWh, a full charge from empty costs about ₹661. A 0-80% charge: ₹529.
How much will I save vs a petrol car?
Driving 40 km/day, you'll save approximately ₹6,866/month or ₹82,392/year vs a petrol car doing 15 km/l.
Does DC fast charging cost more?
Yes — DC fast charging in Hyderabad is about ₹17/kWh vs ₹8/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.