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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsSsangYong 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
462 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
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co2
0 - 207 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
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Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
703 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,700 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,710 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
552 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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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
163 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
280 - 339 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
120 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
SsangYong
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