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BYD Seal U vs Renault Kangoo comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 25,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Renault Kangoo?

BYD Seal U vs Renault Kangoo: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Kangoo

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Kangoo is visibly cheaper – starting at 25,700 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,563 £.

Kangoo

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 BYD Seal U offers significantly more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 194 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Renault Kangoo takes 11.6 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers considerably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

Seal U

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Renault Kangoo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo is markedly lighter – 1,489 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 451 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Kangoo offers marginally more boot space – 601 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo carries markedly more – 610 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal U 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.

from £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/100km
  • Electric Range : 70 - 500 km
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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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Renault Kangoo

The Renault Kangoo is the pragmatic chameleon of small vans, marrying van-like practicality with carlike comfort and a cheerful, friendly face that suits both family runs and workday hauls. It's sensible, versatile and annoyingly useful — easy to live with, cheap to run and clever where it counts, so you get more space and fewer compromises than the price suggests.

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Renault Kangoo

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
25,700 - 32,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
136 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,489 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
513 - 601 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
459 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
95 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 16.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the BYD Seal U have?

The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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