BYD is expanding its model range in the UK with plug-in hybrid versions of the Seal 6 DM-i in both estate and saloon body styles.

Prices start from £33,990 for the saloon and £34,990 for the touring version.

The two models share the same levels of standard equipment that include comprehensive connectivity, safety and driver assistance features across two grades - Boost and Comfort.

Comfort models start from £36,990 for the saloon and £37,99 for the estate.

Both are powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine mated to an electric motor which develop a combined 209bhp which is enough for a 0 to 62mph acceleration of 8.5 seconds and a top speed of 112mph.

In Comfort specification the Seal 6 has a larger capacity battery which almost doubles its pure EV range to 65 miles and gives a total range of more than 900 miles on a full tank.

Emission figures are 52 and 34g/km respectively.

The estate is BYD's first in Europe and has a load a capacity of 500 litres converting to 1.535 litres with the rear seats folded.

The boot on the saloon ranges from 491 to 1,370 litres and a powered tailgate is standard on the estate.

Boost versions have a 12.8-inch touchscreen while Comfort models get a larger 15.6-inch display as well as a panoramic roof with electric sunshade and multi-coloured ambient lighting.

Comfort features include a heated steering wheel and heated and ventilated front seats with a memory position setting for the driver as well as front parking sensors and a 360-degree camera.