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BYD Seal U vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Suzuki Vitara?

BYD Seal U vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Suzuki Vitara is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,706 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is markedly more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Suzuki Vitara. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers slightly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 74 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

Vitara

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal U offers considerably more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers considerably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 243 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, Suzuki Vitara is considerably lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 685 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers clearly more boot space – 552 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.

When it comes to payload, the Suzuki Vitara carries barely more – 425 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 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
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Seal U

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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Suzuki Vitara

The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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BYD Seal U
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Suzuki
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