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BYD Seal U vs MG MG5 - Differences and prices compared
Seal U
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
MG MG5 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30400 £, while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3857 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the MG MG5: with 17.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the BYD Seal U with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.40 kWh.
As for range, the BYD Seal U performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 500 km, about 100 km more than the MG MG5.
MG5
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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 convincingly edge – offering 324 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the MG MG5 performs slight better – reaching 185 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls significantly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm difference.
Seal U
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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.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, MG MG5 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1562 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers to a small extent more room – 552 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U performs minimal better – up to 1465 L, which is about 98 L more than the MG MG5.
When it comes to payload, MG MG5 barely noticeable takes the win – 455 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BYD Seal U proves to be leaves the rival little chance 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
BYD Seal U
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BYD Seal U
5 (2 Reviews)
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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MG MG5
5 (1 Reviews)
The MG5 is a surprisingly practical and stylish estate that gives family buyers a sensible, down-to-earth alternative to bland crossovers. As an electric wagon it blends everyday usability with low running costs and a cheeky dash of character, making it an easy pick if you value space and thrift over badge snobbery.
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BYD Seal U
MG MG5
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34300 - 39800 £
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Price
30400 - 34300 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 26 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
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Curb weight
1562 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Length
4775 - 4785 mm
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Length
4600 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Height
1668 - 1670 mm
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Height
1543 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
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Max trunk capacity
1367 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
280 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
MG
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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.