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BYD Seal U vs VW ID.7 comparison
Compare performance (324 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or VW ID.7?
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 VW ID.7 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,098 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is a bit more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 13.6 kWh/100km for the VW ID.7. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID.7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 708 km, about 208 km more than the BYD Seal U.
ID.7
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 VW ID.7 offers barely more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 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 VW ID.7 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 VW ID.7 delivers a bit more torque with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BYD Seal U is slightly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,180 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers very slightly more boot space – 552 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,586 L, about 146 L more than the BYD Seal U.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.7 carries moderately more – 465 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW ID.7 comes out modestly ahead 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 £46,400
VW ID.7
BYD Seal U
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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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VW ID.7
VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.
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BYD Seal U
VW ID.7
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
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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
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
594 - 708 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
77 - 86 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
Hatchback
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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
2,180 - 2,325 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
4,785 mm
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Length
4,961 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,862 mm
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Height
1,668 mm
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Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
460 - 465 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
286 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 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
545 - 679 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
210 - 250 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
2,023 - 2,024
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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
VW
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