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BYD Seagull
BYD Seagull
EV
₱898,000
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Toyota Hiace
Toyota Hiace
Cargo
₱1.195 Million
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BYD Seagull vs Toyota Hiace Comparison

Overview: Seagull vs Hiace

Brand BYD Philippines Toyota Philippines
SRP* ₱898,000 BYD Seagull Price ₱1.195 Million Toyota Hiace Price
Variant Seagull EV Hiace Cargo
User Rating 4.17 Seagull reviews 4.27 Hiace reviews
Fuel Type Electric Electric Cars in Philippines Diesel Diesel Cars in Philippines
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Hatchback Hatchback Cars in Philippines Van Van Cars in Philippines

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Power 74 hp 134 hp
Fuel Type Electric Diesel
Driving Range 300 km -
Battery Capacity 30 kWh -
DC Charging (30-80%) In 0.5 Hours -
AC Charging (0-100%) In 5 Hours -
Engine Displacement - 2982 cc
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DP ₱179,600 MA : ₱15,405 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos DP ₱239,000 MA : ₱20,500 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.17/5
5 reviews
4.27/5
82 reviews
Design -- --
User Review Comparison
  • Easy to charge, feels light around town

    When I sat for the first time in the BYD Seagull, it seemed like a little spaceship. The lights, the screen, and how quiet it was made it feel...

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    Liberato May 26, 2025 for BYD Seagull

From The Experts

Things we like

Compact size makes it easy to manoeuvre

Attractive design 

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Huge passenger space with immense headroom 

Smooth transmission 

Charging points on all rows 

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Things we don't like

Could have had more power

Rear seats feel tight on space

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Light-colored upholstery will age quick

Absence of sped-sensing door locks

Small coverage area of backup camera

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 230 L --
Front Tread 1500 mm 1470 mm
Rear Tread 1500 mm 1465 mm
Kerb Weight 1160 kg --
Length 3780 mm 4695 mm
Width 1715 mm 1695 mm
Height 1580 mm 1980 mm
Wheel Base 2500 mm 2570 mm
Ground Clearance 120 mm 185 mm
Turning Radius 4.95 m 5.0 m
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 3 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 70 L
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Engine Details

Battery Type BYD Blade Battery (Lithium Iron Phosphate) --
Battery Capacity 30 kWh --
Number Of Motors 1 --
AC Charging (0-100%) In 5 Hours --
DC Charging (30-80%) In 0.5 Hours --
Estimated Fast Charging Time (30-80%) In 0.5 Hours --
Estimated Regular Charging Time (0-100%) In 5 Hours --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous --
Emission 0 g/km --
Portable Charging Cable Yes --
Engine -- 3.0L Diesel Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System -- CRDi
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Compression Ratio -- 16.0:1
Emission Norm Compliance -- Euro 4
Bore X Stroke -- 92.0 x 103.0
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Performance

Fuel Type Electric Diesel
Power 74 hp 134 hp
Torque 135 Nm 300 Nm
Top Speed 130 kmph --
Driving Range 300 km --
Engine Displacement -- 2982 cc
RPM At Max Power -- 3400 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 1200-2400 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt Tilt
Steering Type Electric Power Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Drums
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Leaf spring
Shock Absorbers Type -- Coil Spring

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Gear Box Single Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD 2WD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes No
Wheel Covers No Yes
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch 15 Inch
Tyre Size 175/55 R16 195 R15
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R16 R15
Spare Tyre Size -- 195 R15
Spare Tyre Material -- Steel
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes --
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes --
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes No
Side Airbag-Front No No
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes No
Child Safety Locks Yes No
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes No
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Parking Sensors Yes --
Front Parking Sensors No No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes --
Rear Camera Yes No
360 Camera No No
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes --
Downhill Assist Control Yes No
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes No
Electric Parking Brake Yes No
Blind Spot monitor No No
Lane Departure Warning System No No
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Advance Safety Feature Auto Hold Auto Hold --
Knee Airbags -- No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert -- No
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Security

Central Locking Yes --
Power Door Locks Yes --
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes No
Rear A/C Vents Yes No
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front Front
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes No
Drive Mode Eco, Normal, Sport Eco, Normal, Sport --
Central Console Armrest Yes --
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Front Front
Cup Holders-Front Yes --
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes --
Cruise Control Yes No
Adaptive Cruise Control No No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes --
Rear Reading Lamp Yes No
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Automatic Headlamps Yes No
Follow Me Home Headlamps Yes No
Memory Seats No No
Wireless Charger Yes No
Air Quality Control -- No
Glove Box Cooling -- No
Ventilated Front Seats -- No
Head-Up Display -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 10.1 inch 10.1 inch --
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes No
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes No
No Of Speakers 2 2 2 2
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes --
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Voice Control Yes No
Touch Screen Yes No
CD Player -- Yes
DVD Player -- No
Navigation System -- No
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 7 Inch 7 Inch --
Tacho Meter -- Yes
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No No
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Rear Seat Headrest Yes No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes No
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes No
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather --
Seat Lumbar Support -- No
Heated Seats - Front -- No
Adjustable Headrest -- Yes
Fabric Upholstery -- Yes
Leather Seats -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror No No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator No No
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights LED LED --
Taillight Type LED LED --
Fog Lights Rear Yes --
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Rain Sensing Wiper -- No
Rear Window Wiper -- No
Rear Window Washer -- No
Headlamps Washer -- No
Roof Carrier -- No
Rear Spoiler -- No
Sun Roof -- No
Moon Roof -- No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
Chrome Grille -- No
Chrome Garnish -- No
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Miscellaneous

Outside Temperature Display -- No

Interior

Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BYD Seagull vs Toyota Hiace FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BYD Seagull vs Toyota Hiace?

Seagull is priced at ₱898,000 and Hiace is priced at ₱1.195 Million. Hence Seagull is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BYD Seagull vs Toyota Hiace?

The BYD Seagull has power of 74 hp with 135 Nm torque and Toyota Hiace has power of 134 hp with 300 Nm torque. Thus making Hiace the more powerful as compared to Seagull.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Seagull vs Hiace?

The Seagull comes with a ground clearance of 120 mm , on the other hand the Hiace comes with a ground clearance of 185 mm , hence the Toyota Hiace has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between BYD Seagull vs Toyota Hiace?

Seagull safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Downhill Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake and Speed Sensing Door Locks

Hiace safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Engine Check Warning

The BYD Seagull has higher number of sefety features than Hiace, hence BYD Seagull is more safer than Toyota Hiace.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Seagull vs Hiace?

Seagull comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Automatic Headlamps, Follow Me Home Headlamps and Wireless Charger

Hiace comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater and Power Windows Front

The BYD Seagull has higher number of comfort features than Hiace, hence BYD Seagull is more comfortable than Toyota Hiace.

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Which is bigger Seagull or Hiace?

The Seagull dimensions are 3780 mm length, 1715 mm width, 1580 mm height while the Hiace dimensions are 4695 mm length, 1695 mm width, 1980 mm height. Hence, the Hiace is more longer, Seagull is more wider and Hiace is more higher.

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From The Experts

Key advantages and drawbacks at a glance
Things we like in Seagull

Compact size makes it easy to manoeuvre

Attractive design 

Things we don't like in Seagull

Could have had more power

Rear seats feel tight on space

Things we like in Hiace

Huge passenger space with immense headroom 

Smooth transmission 

Charging points on all rows 

Things we don't like in Hiace

Light-colored upholstery will age quick

Absence of sped-sensing door locks

Small coverage area of backup camera

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