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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
470 - 600 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
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Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
519 L
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Length
4,785 mm
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,881 mm
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Height
1,668 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
368 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
268 - 487 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
525 - 950 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Power kW
197 - 358 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Ford
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