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BYD Seal U vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

BYD Seal U vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more trunk space
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BYD Seal U is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,180 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers clearly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 442 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Discovery Sport

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal U offers a bit more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers marginally more torque with 550 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 10 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 marginally lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 9 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers clearly more boot space – 780 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 228 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport 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 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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BYD Seal U
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, 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
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Land Rover
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