BMW iX vs BYD Seal U – Which one offers the better deal?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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

BYD Seal U has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the BMW iX costs 71600 £. That’s a price difference of around 37294 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW iX: with 17.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the BYD Seal U with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.

As for range, the BMW iX performs evident better – achieving up to 701 km, about 201 km more than the BYD 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 iX has a decisively edge – offering 659 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 335 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW iX performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX pulls significantly stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 465 Nm difference.

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, the BYD Seal U is evident lighter – 1940 kg compared to 2525 kg. The difference is around 585 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers slight more room – 552 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX performs a bit better – up to 1750 L, which is about 285 L more than the BYD Seal U.

When it comes to payload, BMW iX noticeable takes the win – 575 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

All in all, the BMW iX shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.