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Audi Q4 e-tron vs BYD Seal U comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q4 e-tron or BYD Seal U?

Audi Q4 e-tron vs BYD Seal U: Key differences

Audi Q4 e-tron

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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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

Q4 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD Seal U is slightly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,437 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Audi Q4 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers slightly more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 92 km more than the BYD Seal U.

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 Q4 e-tron offers only slightly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q4 e-tron is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers moderately more torque with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm more.

Q4 e-tron

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, BYD Seal U is marginally lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers barely more boot space – 552 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q4 e-tron carries clearly more – 515 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q4 e-tron 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 £40,700
Q4 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 592 km
Audi Q4 e-tron
BYD Seal U

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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.

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BYD Seal U

The BYD Seal U is a sleek electric fastback that blends sporty styling with a roomy, tech-focused interior, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric performance without sacrificing comfort. It delivers a smooth, composed ride and intuitive features, positioning it as a practical yet modern option in the EV market.

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Audi Q4 e-tron
BYD Seal U

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 71 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 515 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
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