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BYD Seal U vs Volvo EX30 comparison

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?

BYD Seal U vs Volvo EX30: Key differences

BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space

Volvo EX30

3.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

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.

EX30

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 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.

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km
BYD Seal U
Volvo EX30

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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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Volvo EX30

The 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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BYD Seal U
Volvo EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Price
33,000 - 49,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
0 - 71 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4,785 mm
Length
4,233 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,838 mm
Height
1,668 mm
Height
1,550 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
1,000 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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