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Audi Q8 e-tron vs BYD Seal U comparison
Compare performance (503 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or BYD Seal U?
Q8 e-tron
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BYD Seal U is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,780 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is considerably more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 7.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers moderately more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 95 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 Q8 e-tron offers markedly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 179 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers considerably more torque with 973 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 423 Nm more.
Q8 e-tron
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 U is visibly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers barely more boot space – 569 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,637 L, about 197 L more than the BYD Seal U.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries noticeably more – 595 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi Q8 e-tron comes out modestly 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 £65,100
Audi Q8 e-tron
Audi Q8 e-tron
BYD Seal U
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Audi Q8 e-tron
The Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.
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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 Q8 e-tron
BYD Seal U
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
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Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Length
4,915 mm
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Length
4,785 mm
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
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Height
1,668 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
410 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BYD
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