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BYD Seal U vs Porsche 911 Convertible - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 122400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Porsche 911 Convertible?

BYD Seal U

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Porsche 911 Convertible

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Seal U has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the Porsche 911 Convertible costs 122400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 88123 £.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Porsche 911 Convertible has a clearly edge – offering 711 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 387 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Convertible is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.60 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche 911 Convertible performs decisively better – reaching 322 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 147 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche 911 Convertible pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 800 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BYD Seal U offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Porsche 911 Convertible is a bit lighter – 1655 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers clearly more room – 552 L compared to 163 L. That’s a difference of about 389 L.

When it comes to payload, BYD Seal U slightly takes the win – 410 kg compared to 345 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal U is clearly 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.

BYD Seal U
Porsche 911 Convertible

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from about £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
  • Electric Range : 70 - 500 km

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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Porsche 911 Convertible

The Porsche 911 Cabriolet transforms the iconic silhouette into an open‑air weapon, offering roof-down glamour and razor-sharp handling that still feels perfectly composed on normal roads. It’s the kind of car that serves daily duties with surprising ease while delivering intoxicating engine music and a grin factor that makes every trip feel like a small victory.

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BYD Seal U
Porsche 911 Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
122400 - 244500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 11.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
234 - 265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
1655 - 1900 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
163 L
Length
4785 mm
Length
4542 - 4553 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1852 - 1900 mm
Height
1668 mm
Height
1292 - 1298 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
275 - 345 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
394 - 711 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.6 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
291 - 322 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
450 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
290 - 523 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
2981 - 3591 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BYD
Brand
Porsche
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.