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BYD Seal U vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or SsangYong Torres?

BYD Seal U vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.3 (11 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely more electric range
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SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

SsangYong Torres is marginally cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 429 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is considerably more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the SsangYong Torres. That’s a difference of about 6.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers barely more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 38 km more than the SsangYong Torres.

Torres

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal U offers markedly more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 117 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers clearly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 211 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, SsangYong Torres is clearly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 442 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers clearly more boot space – 703 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries clearly more – 552 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 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.

from £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/100km
  • Electric Range 70 - 500 km
BYD Seal U
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Seal U

The BYD Seal U is a sleek electric fastback that blends sporty styling with a roomy, tech-focused interior, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric performance without sacrificing comfort. It delivers a smooth, composed ride and intuitive features, positioning it as a practical yet modern option in the EV market.

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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BYD Seal U
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
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Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
SsangYong
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