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BYD ETP3 vs BYD Seal - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (31600 £ vs 40300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or BYD Seal?

BYD ETP3

BYD Seal

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD ETP3 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £, while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £. That’s a price difference of around 8657 £.

As for range, the BYD Seal performs convincingly better – achieving up to 570 km, about 337 km more than the BYD ETP3.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal has a significantly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the BYD Seal performs convincingly better – reaching 220 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal pulls significantly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BYD Seal offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, BYD ETP3 is somewhat lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 267 kg.

When it comes to payload, BYD ETP3 clearly perceptible takes the win – 780 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 307 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BYD Seal proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Seal is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £40,300
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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
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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
31600 £
Price
40300 - 45400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1640 kg
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4460 mm
Length
4800 mm
Width
1720 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1875 mm
Height
1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
3500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
446 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
BYD

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What drive types are available for the BYD ETP3?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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