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Audi Q8 vs BYD Seal U comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or BYD Seal U?

Audi Q8 vs BYD Seal U: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD Seal U is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,037 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers substantially more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 420 km more than the Audi Q8.

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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 Q8 offers clearly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 316 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

Q8

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 slightly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers only slightly more boot space – 605 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 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 £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 80 km
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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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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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BYD Seal U

Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 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
80 km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 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
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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