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BMW 5 Series Touring vs BYD Seal - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (727 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (52500 £ vs 40300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or BYD Seal?
5 Series Touring
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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40300 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 52500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12265 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal performs clearly better – achieving up to 570 km, about 472 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.
Seal
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Touring has a distinct edge – offering 727 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the BYD Seal takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 5 Series Touring performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Touring pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm difference.
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5 Series Touring
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 curb weight, BMW 5 Series Touring is hardly perceptible lighter – 1850 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 57 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers distinct more room – 570 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Touring distinct takes the win – 620 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BYD Seal holds a narrow overall lead 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.
BMW 5 Series Touring
BYD Seal
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from about £40,300
BYD Seal
BMW 5 Series Touring
The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.
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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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BMW 5 Series Touring
BYD Seal
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
52500 - 125500 £
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Price
40300 - 45400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
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Electric Range
66 - 98 km
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1850 - 2550 kg
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Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Length
5060 - 5096 mm
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Length
4800 mm
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Width
1900 - 1970 mm
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Width
1875 mm
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Height
1515 - 1516 mm
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Height
1460 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1630 - 1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Payload
446 - 473 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
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Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
170 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
BYD
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What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Touring have?
The BMW 5 Series Touring is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.