BYD Seal U vs VW Golf – Which car suits you better?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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

VW Golf has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 9082 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf manages with 0.30 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the BYD Seal U with 0.40 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the BYD Seal U performs clearly better – achieving up to 500 km, about 357 km more than the VW Golf.

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 VW Golf has a slight edge – offering 333 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U pulls evident stronger with 550 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the VW Golf is clearly lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 633 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers noticeable more room – 552 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal U performs somewhat better – up to 1465 L, which is about 228 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf somewhat takes the win – 508 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Our conclusion: The VW Golf proves to be wins the duel decisively and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.