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BYD Seal U vs Skoda Superb Combi - Differences and prices compared

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?

BYD Seal U

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Skoda Superb Combi

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Seal U

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Superb Combi

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 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.

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 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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £34,300
Seal U

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
Skoda Superb Combi

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BYD Seal U

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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 Superb Combi

The 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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BYD Seal U
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
35200 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
1575 - 1853 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4902 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1482 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
1920 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
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.