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BYD Seal U vs Honda ZR-V - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Honda ZR-V?

BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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Honda ZR-V

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Seal U @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD Seal U has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the Honda ZR-V costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2494 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Honda ZR-V with 5.70 L. The difference is about 5.30 L per 100 km.

ZR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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 has a decisively edge – offering 324 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Honda ZR-V takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BYD Seal U performs slight better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Honda ZR-V tops out at 173 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls decisively stronger with 550 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm difference.

Seal U @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Honda ZR-V is somewhat lighter – 1660 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers evident more room – 552 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 172 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U performs to a small extent better – up to 1465 L, which is about 153 L more than the Honda ZR-V.

When it comes to payload, Honda ZR-V barely noticeable takes the win – 455 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 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
Seal U @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media

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
Honda ZR-V

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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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Honda ZR-V

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.

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BYD Seal U
Honda ZR-V
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ZR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
36800 - 40400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
130 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
1660 - 1710 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 380 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4568 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
1291 - 1312 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
440 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
173 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Honda
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.