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BYD Seal U vs Ford Mustang Mach-E comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 487 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Ford Mustang Mach-E?

BYD Seal U vs Ford Mustang Mach-E: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Seal U

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD Seal U is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,151 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is significantly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Ford Mustang Mach-E. That’s a difference of about 5.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 100 km more than the BYD Seal U.

Mustang Mach-E

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 Ford Mustang Mach-E offers clearly more power – delivering 487 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers significantly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

Seal U

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Seal U is somewhat lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,161 kg. The difference is around 221 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers very slightly more boot space – 552 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Mustang Mach-E carries only slightly more – 450 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is far ahead overall 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.

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Mustang Mach-E

Ford Mustang Mach-E

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 268 - 487 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 470 - 600 km
BYD Seal U
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Seal U

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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Ford Mustang Mach-E

The Mustang Mach-E proves an electric SUV can be both playful and practical, with the Mustang name bringing muscle-car charisma to a family-friendly package. It delivers eager performance, a comfortable cabin, and a slick infotainment setup that keeps daily driving fun — and yes, you’ll still get admiring glances at the lights.

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BYD Seal U
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4,785 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,881 mm
Height
1,668 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
368 - 450 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
268 - 487 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Ford
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