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BYD Seal U vs Land Rover Range Rover Evoque comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Land Rover Range Rover Evoque?

BYD Seal U vs Land Rover Range Rover Evoque: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

1.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly lighter

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:

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

BYD Seal U is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,008 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers significantly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 440 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

Range Rover Evoque

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 slightly 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 visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque takes 7.2 s. That’s about 1.3 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, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is only slightly lighter – 1,792 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 148 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers slightly more boot space – 552 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 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
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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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Reviews BYD Seal U

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The Range Rover Evoque turns heads with a compact, sculpted silhouette and an interior that feels more boutique hotel than utility vehicle. It delivers composed, playful handling around town while keeping enough ruggedness for weekend escapes — perfect for buyers who want luxury without the ostentation.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
43,300 - 64,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.7 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
85 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,792 - 2,157 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
4,785 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,668 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
503 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
118 - 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
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Land Rover
What drivetrain options does the BYD Seal U have?

The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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