Compare performance (324 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 35200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Skoda Superb Combi?
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.
BYD Seal U has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the Skoda Superb Combi costs 35200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 951 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Superb Combi with 1.20 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal U performs convincingly better – achieving up to 500 km, about 363 km more than the Skoda Superb Combi.
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 slightly edge – offering 324 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Combi is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Superb Combi performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 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, Skoda Superb Combi is evident lighter – 1575 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers to a small extent more room – 690 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Combi performs noticeable better – up to 1920 L, which is about 455 L more than the BYD Seal U.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Superb Combi noticeable takes the win – 584 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 174 kg.
The BYD Seal U proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Seal U is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.
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Price
34300 - 39800 £
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Price
35200 - 51000 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 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
128 - 137 km
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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
28 - 178 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1575 - 1853 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4775 - 4785 mm
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Length
4902 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1849 mm
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Height
1668 - 1670 mm
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Height
1482 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
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Max trunk capacity
1920 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
497 - 584 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Skoda
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The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.