Compare performance (324 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 33,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Volvo EX30?
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.
Volvo EX30 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 33,000 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,286 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is considerably more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX30. That’s a difference of about 4.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 24 km more than the Volvo EX30.
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 Volvo EX30 offers clearly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 104 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Volvo EX30 is barely faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers marginally more torque with 550 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 7 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, Volvo EX30 is marginally lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers clearly more boot space – 552 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 234 L.
For maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,440 L, about 440 L more than the Volvo EX30.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal U carries barely more – 410 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The Volvo EX30 holds a slight edge 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 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.
detailsThe Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.
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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Price
33,000 - 49,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
339 - 476 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
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Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Length
4,785 mm
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Length
4,233 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,838 mm
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Height
1,668 mm
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Height
1,550 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,000 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Volvo
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