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BYD Seal U vs Toyota Proace City comparison

Compare performance (324 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Toyota Proace City?

BYD Seal U vs Toyota Proace City: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.3 (11 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Proace City

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Proace City is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,479 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is substantially more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 18.1 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace City. That’s a difference of about 6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers visibly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 157 km more than the Toyota Proace City.

Proace City

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 substantially more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.5 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers clearly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Seal U

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is substantially lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 574 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers clearly more boot space – 912 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 360 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries considerably more – 829 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 419 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
Toyota Proace City

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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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Toyota Proace City

The Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.

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BYD Seal U
Toyota Proace City

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
525 - 829 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

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