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Audi A5 Avant vs BYD Seal U comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or BYD Seal U?

Audi A5 Avant vs BYD Seal U: Key differences

Audi A5 Avant

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter

BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • visibly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BYD Seal U is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Audi A5 Avant costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,337 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers substantially more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 392 km more than the Audi A5 Avant.

Seal U

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Avant offers substantially more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A5 Avant is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Avant delivers clearly more torque with 825 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 275 Nm more.

A5 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A5 Avant is very slightly lighter – 1,785 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers visibly more boot space – 552 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 191 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U offers barely more capacity – up to 1,440 L, about 134 L more than the Audi A5 Avant.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Avant carries clearly more – 535 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Avant is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,600
A5 Avant

Audi A5 Avant

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 639 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.1 - 7.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 108 km
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Audi A5 Avant

The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.

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BYD Seal U

The BYD Seal U pairs a sleek fastback silhouette with a surprisingly roomy, tech-rich cabin, giving electric chic without the showroom pretension. It's a smart pick for buyers after confident handling, sensible practicality and standout value — all wrapped up with a cheeky grin when you put your foot down.

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Audi A5 Avant
BYD Seal U

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,600 - 92,400 £
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
83 - 108 km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
20.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
47 - 175 g/km
co2
0 - 71 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,785 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Trunk capacity
361 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Length
4,829 mm
Length
4,785 mm
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,306 L
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
What drive types are available for the Audi A5 Avant?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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