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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs BYD Seal U comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or BYD Seal U?
2 Series Active Tourer
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is very slightly cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,777 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers substantially more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 418 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers only slightly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is slightly faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers a bit more torque with 550 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 73 Nm more.
2 Series Active Tourer
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is clearly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers moderately more boot space – 552 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.
For maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,440 L, about 70 L more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries somewhat more – 505 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BYD Seal U is far ahead 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 £34,300
BYD Seal U
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
BYD Seal U
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer turns the family MPV into something you’d actually want to park outside a café, pairing compact practicality with surprisingly premium cabin flair. It won’t thrill like a sports car, but it drives with the composed poise you expect from the badge and keeps daily life easy and un-fussy.
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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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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
BYD Seal U
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,000 £
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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Battery Capacity
14.2 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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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
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Length
4,386 mm
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Length
4,785 mm
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
1,576 mm
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Height
1,668 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,370 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
410 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Max Speed
195 - 205 km/h
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
BYD
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