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BYD Seal U vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 24400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Renault Symbioz?

BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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Renault Symbioz

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Symbioz has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 9849 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal U has a clearly edge – offering 324 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls significantly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 285 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Renault Symbioz is convincingly lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 581 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers barely noticeable more room – 576 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs to a small extent better – up to 1682 L, which is about 217 L more than the BYD Seal U.

When it comes to payload, Renault Symbioz slightly takes the win – 459 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BYD Seal U shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,300
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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
Renault Symbioz

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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 Symbioz

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Renault Symbioz feels less like a traditional car and more like a rolling living room that's been told it's allowed to drive — its flowing lines and minimalist cabin are pure concept-car theatre that teases the future of everyday transport. For buyers with an eye for design and a taste for tech-forward ideas, the Symbioz is an alluring vision of what Renault could offer tomorrow, even if it's not yet a model you can park in your driveway.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 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
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1359 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
376 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, 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
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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.

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