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BYD Seal U vs Maserati MC20 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 630 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 235,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Maserati MC20 Roadster?

BYD Seal U vs Maserati MC20 Roadster: Key differences

BYD Seal U

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more trunk space
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Maserati MC20 Roadster

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Maserati MC20 Roadster costs 235,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 201,278 £.

MC20 Roadster

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 Maserati MC20 Roadster offers substantially more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati MC20 Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati MC20 Roadster delivers markedly more torque with 730 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

Seal U

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BYD Seal U offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Maserati MC20 Roadster is markedly lighter – 1,534 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 406 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers clearly more boot space – 552 L compared to 100 L. That’s a difference of about 452 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal U carries noticeably more – 410 kg compared to 256 kg. That’s a difference of about 154 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
Maserati MC20 Roadster

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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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Maserati MC20 Roadster

The Maserati MC20 Roadster is an open-top Italian exotic that pairs razor-sharp handling with a cathedral-like exhaust voice and sculpted, winglike bodywork that stops people in their tracks. It’s for buyers who want rarity and drama in a usable package — a car that looks like gallery art, sounds like a declaration and asks for a confident owner with a generous sense of adventure (and budget).

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BYD Seal U
Maserati MC20 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
235,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,534 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
100 L
Length
-
Length
4,669 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,965 mm
Height
-
Height
1,224 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
256 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
630 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
320 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
730 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
463 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
3,000 cm3

General

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