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BMW X5 vs BYD Seal – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or BYD Seal?

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

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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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40300 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 36780 £.

As for range, the BYD Seal performs convincingly better – achieving up to 570 km, about 465 km more than the BMW X5.

Seal @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media

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 X5 has a somewhat edge – offering 625 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BMW X5 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls to a small extent stronger with 750 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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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, BYD Seal is somewhat lighter – 1907 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 333 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers clearly perceptible more room – 650 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 evident takes the win – 705 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 232 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BYD Seal shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £40,300
Seal @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media

BYD Seal

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 530 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 18.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 460 - 570 km

BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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 X5
BYD Seal
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Seal @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
40300 - 45400 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
4800 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
446 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
BYD
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.