Compare performance (324 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,286 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is markedly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers a bit more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 55 km more than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal U offers markedly more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers visibly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is clearly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 502 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers marginally more boot space – 597 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer carries moderately more – 502 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.
The BYD Seal U is far ahead overall 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.
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.
detailsThe Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
82 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, 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
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Vauxhall
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