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BYD Seal U vs Volvo XC90 comparison
Compare performance (324 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 69,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or Volvo XC90?
Seal U
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BYD Seal U is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,485 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers substantially more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 429 km more than the Volvo XC90.
XC90
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC90 offers visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 delivers markedly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm more.
Seal U
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BYD Seal U is marginally lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers significantly more boot space – 552 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,856 L, about 416 L more than the BYD Seal U.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries considerably more – 710 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 300 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BYD Seal U stands well ahead of its rival 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
BYD Seal U
BYD Seal U
Volvo XC90
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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 XC90
The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.
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BYD Seal U
Volvo XC90
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Price
69,800 - 84,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
71 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
79 - 191 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
71 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
7
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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
2,080 - 2,297 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
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Length
4,785 mm
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Length
4,953 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,923 mm
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Height
1,668 mm
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Height
1,771 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,856 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
653 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 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
360 - 709 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
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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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
G, B
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Volvo
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