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BYD Seal U vs Mazda CX-80 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 49300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Mazda CX-80?

BYD Seal U

3.8 (5 Reviews)
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Mazda CX-80

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Seal U

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Seal U has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15051 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-80 with 4 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U performs decisively better – achieving up to 500 km, about 440 km more than the Mazda CX-80.

CX-80

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 Mazda CX-80 has a slight edge – offering 327 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Mazda CX-80 takes 6.80 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

Both models offer the same torque – 550 Nm.

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.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, BYD Seal U is slight lighter – 1940 kg compared to 2131 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers decisively more room – 552 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 294 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-80 distinct takes the win – 650 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 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.

BYD Seal U
Mazda CX-80

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Seal U

BYD Seal U

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 324 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 1.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.9 - 20.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 70 - 500 km

BYD Seal U

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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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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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BYD Seal U
Mazda CX-80

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
49300 - 61400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
91 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
2131 - 2240 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
258 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
-
Width
1890 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
649 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction 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
254 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 - 3283 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mazda
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.