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BYD Seal U vs MINI Countryman – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: BYD Seal U meets MINI Countryman.
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:

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.

MINI Countryman has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £, while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2735 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.60 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the MINI Countryman: with 15.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the BYD Seal U with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.20 kWh.

As for range, the BYD Seal U performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 500 km, about 38 km more than the MINI Countryman.

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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 hardly perceptible edge – offering 324 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs evident 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 to a small extent stronger with 550 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 56 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, MINI Countryman is to a small extent lighter – 1620 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers barely noticeable more room – 552 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs minimal better – up to 1530 L, which is about 65 L more than the BYD Seal U.

When it comes to payload, MINI Countryman slightly 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 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

  • 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
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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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MINI Countryman

The MINI Countryman turns the cheeky charm of a classic MINI into a proper all-rounder, blending playful styling with surprisingly usable space for everyday life. It still grins at city lights but will happily tackle muddy lanes, perfect for buyers who want character without sacrificing practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 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
1620 - 2075 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1843 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
460 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, 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
163 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
Brand
BYD
Brand
MINI

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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.

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