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BYD Seal U vs Kia Sportage - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (324 HP vs 239 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 30200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Kia Sportage?
Seal U
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Sportage has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4115 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.
Sportage
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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 324 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Sportage performs a bit better – reaching 203 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls clearly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.
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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, Kia Sportage is clearly perceptible lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers slight more room – 587 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs somewhat better – up to 1776 L, which is about 311 L more than the BYD Seal U.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage evident takes the win – 580 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the BYD Seal U shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
from about £34,300
BYD Seal U
BYD Seal U
Kia Sportage
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BYD Seal U
5 (2 Reviews)
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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Kia Sportage
4.9 (2 Reviews)
The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.
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BYD Seal U
Kia Sportage
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34300 - 39800 £
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 26 g/km
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
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Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
4775 - 4785 mm
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Length
4540 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Height
1668 - 1670 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
136 - 239 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Kia
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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.