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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
34300 - 39800 £
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Price
29700 - 37800 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 26 g/km
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co2
109 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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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
1539 - 1613 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
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Length
4775 - 4785 mm
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Length
4533 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1668 - 1670 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
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Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
464 - 477 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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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
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
158 - 200 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Power kW
116 - 147 kW
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Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Renault
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The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.