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BYD Seal U vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Polestar 4?

BYD Seal U vs Polestar 4: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.2 (10 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Polestar 4

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 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.

BYD Seal U is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,780 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 120 km more than the BYD Seal U.

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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 Polestar 4 offers clearly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers moderately more torque with 686 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 136 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, BYD Seal U is slightly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers marginally more boot space – 552 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 4 carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 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.

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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 km
BYD Seal U
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Seal U

The BYD Seal U is a sleek electric fastback that blends sporty styling with a roomy, tech-focused interior, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric performance without sacrificing comfort. It delivers a smooth, composed ride and intuitive features, positioning it as a practical yet modern option in the EV market.

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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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BYD Seal U
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Polestar
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