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BYD Seal U vs Nissan Townstar comparison
Compare performance (324 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Nissan Townstar?
Seal U
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Nissan Townstar has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8572 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Seal U: with 12.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s convincingly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 7.20 kWh.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal U performs significantly better – achieving up to 500 km, about 219 km more than the Nissan Townstar.
Townstar
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 has a decisively edge – offering 324 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 194 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 12.60 s. That’s about 6.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Nissan Townstar performs slight better – reaching 183 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls decisively stronger with 550 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 305 Nm difference.
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: Nissan Townstar offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Nissan Townstar is distinct lighter – 1509 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 431 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Townstar offers clearly perceptible more room – 775 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 223 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar performs significantly better – up to 3050 L, which is about 1610 L more than the BYD Seal U.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Townstar evident takes the win – 641 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 231 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BYD Seal U is decisively ahead 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
Nissan Townstar
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BYD Seal U
BYD Seal U
4 (6 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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Nissan Townstar
5 (1 Reviews)
The Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.
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BYD Seal U
Nissan Townstar
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34300 - 39800 £
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Price
25700 - 37700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
265 - 281 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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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
1509 - 2041 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
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Length
4785 mm
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Length
4488 - 4911 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1859 - 1860 mm
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Height
1668 mm
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Height
1838 - 1869 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 L
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Max trunk capacity
2800 - 3050 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
506 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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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
122 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2026
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Nissan
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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 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.