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BYD Seal U vs Jaguar F-Pace comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 575 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 56,400 £ ) 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

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Jaguar F-Pace

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Jaguar F-Pace costs 56,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,123 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers significantly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 436 km more than the Jaguar F-Pace.

F-Pace

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 Jaguar F-Pace offers substantially more power – delivering 575 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating 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 5.9 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar F-Pace delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 150 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 only slightly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 1,951 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers moderately more boot space – 552 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar F-Pace carries noticeably more – 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 shows a few small advantages 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 £56,400
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/100km
  • Electric Range : 64 km
BYD Seal U
Jaguar F-Pace

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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Jaguar F-Pace

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
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
56,400 - 100,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.8 - 12 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
64 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
15.4 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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,951 - 2,230 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
354 - 470 L
Length
-
Length
4,747 - 4,762 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,936 mm
Height
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Height
1,664 - 1,670 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,299 - 1,428 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
-
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
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Jaguar
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