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BMW i5 vs BYD Seal U comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or BYD Seal U?

BMW i5 vs BYD Seal U: Key differences

BMW i5

  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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BYD Seal U

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • slightly 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

i5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BYD Seal U is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,494 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is visibly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the BMW i5. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 127 km more than the BYD Seal U.

Seal U

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 i5 offers significantly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 277 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers noticeably more torque with 820 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

i5

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 somewhat lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers slightly more boot space – 552 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries visibly more – 545 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 is clearly superior 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.

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i5

BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
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The BMW i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 71 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 545 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
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
BYD
Is the BMW i5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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