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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs BYD Seal comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or BYD Seal?

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs BYD Seal: Key differences

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

  • only slightly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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BYD Seal

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A6 e-tron Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD Seal is markedly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,694 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is a bit more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the BYD Seal. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers clearly more range – reaching up to 754 km, about 184 km more than the BYD Seal.

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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 A6 e-tron Sportback offers only slightly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback delivers clearly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

A6 e-tron Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Seal is a bit lighter – 1,907 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 268 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback carries marginally more – 500 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is slightly ahead 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 £53,800
A6 e-tron Sportback

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 572 - 754 km
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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback wraps futuristic electric technology in elegant, coupe-like proportions, so you arrive looking sharp without shouting for attention. Inside, refined materials and a calm, driver-focused layout make it a convincing choice for buyers who want quiet, effortless performance with a dash of everyday practicality — the kind of car that raises eyebrows without saying a word.

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BYD Seal

The BYD Seal is a sleek electric fastback that punches above its class with sporty looks and a surprisingly premium cabin, offering a very modern alternative for buyers who want style and substance without the badge snobbery. On the road it feels composed and eager, packed with tech and everyday practicality—ideal for shoppers after eco-friendly performance with a cheeky wink.

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14 Apr 2026, 15:59:57

Very well equipped and really good quality. Driving performance is more than adequate and very comfortable.

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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
BYD Seal

Costs and Consumption
Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
Price
41,100 - 46,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 - 754 km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,928 mm
Length
-
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
446 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
Is the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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