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BYD Seal U vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Peugeot 208?

BYD Seal U vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Seal U

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 208 is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,295 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is slightly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 208. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 68 km more than the Peugeot 208.

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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 offers significantly more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers substantially more torque with 550 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

Seal U

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is substantially lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 775 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries very slightly more – 430 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £34,300
Seal U

BYD Seal U

  • Engine Type : Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 324 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 70 - 500 km
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BYD Seal U

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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Reviews BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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Emily
20 Jan 2026, 22:52:34

Broke down at 200 KM

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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Reviews Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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Labbe
21 Dec 2025, 15:16:45

Fuel consumption stated in the article — misleading. In town, on the highway, at least 7 L/100 km.

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BYD Seal U
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the BYD Seal U have?

The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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