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BYD Seal U vs Skoda Kamiq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 21700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Skoda Kamiq?

BYD Seal U

4 (6 Reviews)
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Skoda Kamiq

5 (3 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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.

Skoda Kamiq has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12566 £.

Kamiq

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 convincingly edge – offering 324 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.10 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kamiq performs to a small extent better – reaching 216 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls clearly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 300 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, Skoda Kamiq is significantly lighter – 1231 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 709 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers evident more room – 552 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U performs slight better – up to 1440 L, which is about 45 L more than the Skoda Kamiq.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kamiq clearly perceptible takes the win – 539 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 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
Skoda Kamiq

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from about £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
  • Electric Range : 70 - 500 km
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BYD Seal U

4 (6 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 Kamiq

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Skoda Kamiq is a neatly packaged city crossover that pairs practical space with unshowy, thoughtful design. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and full of clever details that make daily driving feel intelligently sorted rather than flashy.

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Reviews BYD Seal U

4 (6 Reviews)
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Emily
20 Jan 2026, 22:52:34

Broke down at 200 KM

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
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Reviews Skoda Kamiq

5 (3 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
21700 - 31900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1231 - 1340 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4785 mm
Length
4241 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1793 mm
Height
1668 mm
Height
1562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 L
Max trunk capacity
1395 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
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 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 216 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Skoda

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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.