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BYD Seal U vs Skoda Elroq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Skoda Elroq?

BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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Skoda Elroq

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Seal U

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Elroq has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Skoda Elroq: with 15.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the BYD Seal U with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.70 kWh.

As for electric range, the Skoda Elroq performs somewhat better – achieving up to 573 km, about 73 km more than the BYD Seal U.

Elroq

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 Skoda Elroq has a slight edge – offering 340 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Elroq pulls slightly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 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, BYD Seal U is barely noticeable lighter – 1940 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers somewhat more room – 552 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs barely noticeable better – up to 1580 L, which is about 115 L more than the BYD Seal U.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq evident takes the win – 531 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 121 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Elroq 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
Skoda Elroq

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Elroq

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 573 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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Skoda Elroq

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.

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BYD Seal U
Skoda Elroq

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
29100 - 45500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
377 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4488 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1884 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1608 - 1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
470 - 531 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Skoda
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.