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BYD Seal U vs Jaguar F-Pace comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 575 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 56400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Jaguar F-Pace?

BYD Seal U vs Jaguar F-Pace: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • decisively more electric range
  • slight lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

Jaguar F-Pace

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • convincingly more power
  • significantly quicker from 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BYD Seal U has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the Jaguar F-Pace costs 56400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22123 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U performs decisively better – achieving up to 500 km, about 436 km more than the Jaguar F-Pace.

F-Pace

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Jaguar F-Pace has a convincingly edge – offering 575 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar F-Pace is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Jaguar F-Pace performs noticeable better – reaching 286 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 111 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Jaguar F-Pace pulls distinct stronger with 700 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, BYD Seal U is slight lighter – 1940 kg compared to 1951 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers a bit more room – 552 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U performs slight better – up to 1440 L, which is about 12 L more than the Jaguar F-Pace.

When it comes to payload, Jaguar F-Pace evident takes the win – 589 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar F-Pace 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.

BYD Seal U
Jaguar F-Pace

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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F-Pace

Jaguar F-Pace

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 575 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.8 - 12 L
  • Electric Range : 64 km

BYD Seal U

4 (6 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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Jaguar F-Pace

5 (1 Reviews)
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Jaguar F-Pace blends the prowling presence of a sports car with the practicality of an SUV, looking elegant while rewarding drivers with lively handling. If you crave something that feels special every time you climb in and prefer style and driving flair over blending into the parking lot, the F-Pace is a classy, slightly cheeky alternative to the usual German suspects.

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BYD Seal U
Jaguar F-Pace

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
56400 - 100800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.8 - 12 L
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
64 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
41 - 274 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
62 - 83 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
1951 - 2230 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
354 - 470 L
Length
4785 mm
Length
4747 - 4762 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1936 mm
Height
1668 mm
Height
1664 - 1670 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 L
Max trunk capacity
1299 - 1428 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
457 - 589 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
163 - 575 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.1 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 286 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
380 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
120 - 423 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Jaguar
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.