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BYD Seal U vs Renault Austral - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 29700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Renault Austral?

BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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Renault Austral

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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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.

Renault Austral has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4535 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.

Austral

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 BYD Seal U has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 324 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 124 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls clearly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm difference.

Seal U

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, Renault Austral is distinct lighter – 1539 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 401 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Austral offers hardly perceptible more room – 555 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs slightly better – up to 1761 L, which is about 296 L more than the BYD Seal U.

When it comes to payload, Renault Austral slightly takes the win – 477 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal U is clearly superior 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
Renault Austral

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from about £34,300
Seal U

BYD Seal U

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 324 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 1.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.9 - 20.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 70 - 500 km

BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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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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Renault Austral

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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BYD Seal U
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
29700 - 37800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
109 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4533 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
464 - 477 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Renault
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.