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BYD Seal U vs Porsche Macan – Differences & prices compared
Seal U
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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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 34894 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Macan: with 17 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the BYD Seal U with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.90 kWh.
As for range, the Porsche Macan performs distinct better – achieving up to 644 km, about 144 km more than the BYD Seal U.
Macan
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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 Porsche Macan has a convincingly edge – offering 639 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls clearly stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm difference.
Seal U
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BYD Seal U is somewhat lighter – 1940 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers slight more room – 552 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1465 L, which is about 117 L more than the Porsche Macan.
When it comes to payload, Porsche Macan clearly perceptible takes the win – 545 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Porsche Macan proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Macan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
BYD Seal U
Porsche Macan
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Porsche Macan
BYD Seal U
5 (2 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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Porsche Macan
The Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.
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BYD Seal U
Porsche Macan
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34300 - 39800 £
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Price
69200 - 99000 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
585 - 644 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
95 kWh
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co2
0 - 26 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
2295 - 2470 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
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Length
4775 - 4785 mm
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Length
4784 - 4805 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1938 - 1952 mm
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Height
1668 - 1670 mm
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Height
1613 - 1623 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
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Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
470 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
360 - 639 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Power kW
265 - 470 kW
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Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Porsche
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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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.