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BYD Seal U vs Mercedes EQA comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 44,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Mercedes EQA?

BYD Seal U vs Mercedes EQA: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more electric range
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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:

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 is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 44,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,960 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is slightly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.4 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQA. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQA offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 561 km, about 61 km more than the BYD Seal U.

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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 marginally more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BYD Seal U is very slightly faster – reaching 175 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers barely more torque with 550 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Seal U

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Seal U is barely lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,045 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers clearly more boot space – 552 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 212 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,440 L, about 120 L more than the Mercedes EQA.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQA carries marginally more – 425 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal U stands well ahead of its rival 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
Mercedes EQA

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes EQA

The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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BYD Seal U
Mercedes EQA

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
44,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
476 - 561 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
2,045 - 2,115 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
4,785 mm
Length
4,463 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
1,668 mm
Height
1,608 - 1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
1,320 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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