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BYD Seal U vs Jeep Grand Cherokee comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 85,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Jeep Grand Cherokee?

BYD Seal U vs Jeep Grand Cherokee: Key differences

BYD Seal U

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Jeep Grand Cherokee

  • a bit more power
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Jeep Grand Cherokee costs 85,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,351 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers significantly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 455 km more than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Grand Cherokee

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers a bit more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is moderately faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers moderately more torque with 637 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 87 Nm more.

Seal U

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Seal U is visibly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 494 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers only slightly more boot space – 552 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers visibly more capacity – up to 2,004 L, about 564 L more than the BYD Seal U.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Grand Cherokee carries noticeably more – 641 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 231 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal U 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.

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
Jeep Grand Cherokee

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Seal U

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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Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee wears its trail-ready roots proudly while wrapping them in a surprisingly civilized and upscale package, so it can tackle rough tracks and the school run with the same swagger. Inside, plush materials and intuitive tech make it a comfortable place to spend time, giving buyers a practical yet characterful SUV that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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BYD Seal U
Jeep Grand Cherokee

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
85,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
45 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
65 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
72 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
2,434 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
4,785 mm
Length
4,914 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,968 mm
Height
1,668 mm
Height
1,858 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
2,004 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
637 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
280 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

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