Car Rental in Pattaya: BYD SEAL 5 DM-i Hybrid

In town, it glides as quietly as an electric car. On the highway, it cruises as calmly as a regular petrol sedan. The 2026 BYD SEAL 5 DM-i is a hybrid that takes you from Pattaya to Hua Hin and back without a single thought about where to plug in.

If you are looking for car rental in Pattaya that doesn't make you choose between saving money and travelling in comfort, this sedan delivers both. Below are the honest numbers, three road trip ideas and the MAKS Car Rental terms.

85 km on electric power (NEDC) · 1,000+ km on a full tank and charge (NEDC) · 218 hp and 0–100 km/h in 7.6 s

Why a hybrid is the best choice for your Pattaya holiday

• No need to charge. If there's no charger nearby, the car simply runs as an efficient hybrid: the petrol engine recharges the battery on its own. That's the key difference from a fully electric car.
• Electric in town. The 13.08 kWh BYD Blade battery gives up to 85 km on the NEDC cycle. In the heat with the air conditioning on, real-world range is lower, but it's still more than enough for trips between the beach, shopping malls and restaurants.
• No hunting for chargers on the highway. A 45-litre tank and a total range of over 1,000 km (NEDC). Hua Hin, Khao Yai and Koh Chang — no stops at a plug.
• Charging, if you want to drive on electricity. The AC Type 2 port accepts up to 6.6 kW: about 2 hours at a charging station in your condo or a shopping mall. No station nearby? A regular power socket works too: plug the car in in the evening, and the battery is full again by morning.
• A power outlet for picnics. The V2L feature lets you plug a speaker or a coffee maker into the car, or charge your laptop on the beach.

BYD SEAL 5 DM-i Standard specifications

• Type: plug-in hybrid (PHEV), sedan, front-wheel drive
• Petrol engine: 1.5 L Xiaoyun, 72 kW (98 hp), 122 Nm
• Electric motor: 145 kW (197 hp), 300 Nm
• Combined power: 160 kW (218 hp)
• 0–100 km/h: 7.6 s
• Battery: BYD Blade (LFP), 13.08 kWh
• Electric range: up to 85 km (NEDC)
• Total range: over 1,000 km (NEDC)
• Fuel tank: 45 L
• Charging: AC Type 2, up to 6.6 kW
• Boot: 450 L, 60/40 split rear seats
• Dimensions: 4,780 × 1,837 × 1,495 mm

Comfort and safety

• Adaptive cruise control. Keeps your speed and distance to the car ahead on its own — on the Bangkok–Pattaya motorway, that takes away half the fatigue.
• Driver assistance. Automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane departure prevention and intelligent high beam control.
• Easy parking in narrow sois. Rear-view camera and four rear parking sensors.
• Family safety. Six airbags, ISOFIX child seat anchors, tyre pressure monitoring, vehicle stability control and hill-start assist.
• Fresh air in the heat. Automatic climate control with a PM2.5 filter and an air vent for rear passengers.
• Music and navigation. 10.1" touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 8.8" digital instrument cluster.
• No key in your pocket. Keyless entry and start.
• Room for luggage. 450 litres fits two large suitcases and a stroller. The rear seatbacks fold 60/40.

Where to go: three road trips from Pattaya

Hua Hin — about 310 km, 4 hours

A royal resort town with wide beaches, the Hua Hin Hills vineyard and the Cicada night market. Most of the route is on highways, where adaptive cruise control does the work for you.

Khao Yai — about 250 km, 3–3.5 hours

Mountains, cool air, waterfalls and wild elephants by the roadside. The 300 Nm electric motor pulls effortlessly uphill, and hill-start assist keeps you from rolling back.

Koh Chang — about 4 hours to the ferry

A coastal drive through Rayong and Chanthaburi to the pier in Trat province, then a car ferry to the island. The 450-litre boot takes all your beach gear with ease.

Car hire in Pattaya with MAKS Car Rental

• Rentals from 1 day.
• Unlimited mileage on rentals of 7 days or more.
• Free delivery in Pattaya to your hotel or condo on rentals of 7 days or more.
• Child seat — free.
• Dashcam — free, installed in every car.
• 24/7 roadside support.
• Insurance included in the price.
• Airport delivery to Suvarnabhumi or U-Tapao (paid service). Your car will be waiting for you at the terminal exit.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to charge the hybrid?

No. Without charging, the BYD SEAL 5 DM-i drives like a regular fuel-efficient hybrid. Charging is only needed if you want to drive more on electric power.

Where can I charge the car in Pattaya?

At an AC charging station in your condo, hotel or a shopping mall, or from a regular power socket with a portable cable.

Is it difficult to drive in Thailand?

Traffic drives on the left, and the steering wheel is on the right. It feels unusual for the first half hour, then the camera, sensors and adaptive cruise control make it easy.

Can I drive outside the province?

Yes.

Find answers to more rental questions in our FAQ.

Book your BYD SEAL 5 DM-i

Book on our website or message us on WhatsApp / Telegram / LINE — we'll confirm availability and deliver the car to wherever you're staying.