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BYD Seal U vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Ford Puma?

BYD Seal U vs Ford Puma: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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:

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

Ford Puma is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,363 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is only slightly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 13 kWh/100km for the Ford Puma. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers a bit more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 83 km more than the Ford Puma.

Puma

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 BYD Seal U offers considerably more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers significantly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 260 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, Ford Puma is clearly lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 624 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers barely more boot space – 552 L compared to 523 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Puma carries somewhat more – 469 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal U stands well ahead of its rival 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 £34,300
Seal U

BYD Seal U

  • Engine Type Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 - 324 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 70 - 500 km
BYD Seal U
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

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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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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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BYD Seal U
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

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