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BYD Seal U vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 33700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or CUPRA Leon SP Wagon?

BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33700 £, while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 592 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon with 1.30 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the BYD Seal U performs clearly better – achieving up to 500 km, about 370 km more than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon.

Leon SP Wagon @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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 CUPRA Leon SP Wagon has a barely noticeable edge – offering 333 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon 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: BYD Seal U pulls evident stronger with 550 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is noticeable lighter – 1416 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 524 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers slightly more room – 620 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs minimal better – up to 1600 L, which is about 135 L more than the BYD Seal U.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon distinct takes the win – 535 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BYD Seal U proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Seal U is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,300
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BYD Seal U

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 324 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 1.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.9 - 20.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 70 - 500 km
BYD Seal U
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

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BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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The BYD Seal U pairs a sleek fastback silhouette with a surprisingly roomy, tech-rich cabin, giving electric chic without the showroom pretension. It's a smart pick for buyers after confident handling, sensible practicality and standout value — all wrapped up with a cheeky grin when you put your foot down.

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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

The CUPRA Leon Sportstourer turns the humble family wagon into something that looks and drives like it belongs on the racetrack while still swallowing your shopping and weekend gear without complaint. Stylish, practical and with a cabin that feels grown-up, it’s the kind of car for buyers who demand function but don’t want to hide the fun.

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BYD Seal U
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
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Leon SP Wagon @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
33700 - 53900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
29 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
1416 - 1756 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4656 - 4659 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1438 - 1463 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
394 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
CUPRA
What drive types are available for the BYD Seal U?

The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or 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.