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BYD Seal U vs Audi Q4 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Audi Q4 e-tron?

BYD Seal U vs Audi Q4 e-tron: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.2 (10 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Audi Q4 e-tron

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Seal U

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 U is slightly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,437 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is visibly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Audi Q4 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers moderately more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 92 km more than the BYD Seal U.

Q4 e-tron

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 Audi Q4 e-tron offers only slightly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q4 e-tron is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers a bit more torque with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm more.

Seal U

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 only slightly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers very slightly more boot space – 552 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q4 e-tron carries clearly more – 515 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q4 e-tron 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.

from £40,700
Q4 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 592 km
BYD Seal U
Audi Q4 e-tron

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Seal U

The BYD Seal U is a sleek electric fastback that blends sporty styling with a roomy, tech-focused interior, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric performance without sacrificing comfort. It delivers a smooth, composed ride and intuitive features, positioning it as a practical yet modern option in the EV market.

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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.

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BYD Seal U
Audi Q4 e-tron

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
505 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Audi
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