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BYD Seal U vs Mercedes GLB – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: BYD Seal U meets Mercedes GLB.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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 a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £. That’s a price difference of around 6232 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 5.20 L per 100 km.

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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 BYD Seal U has a barely noticeable edge – offering 324 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls evident stronger with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is to a small extent lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers slight more room – 570 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs a bit better – up to 1805 L, which is about 340 L more than the BYD Seal U.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLB somewhat takes the win – 500 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BYD Seal U proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Seal U is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,300
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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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Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.

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BYD Seal U
Mercedes GLB
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Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
40500 - 65300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
146 - 204 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.