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BYD Seal U vs VW Passat comparison
Compare performance (324 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or VW Passat?
Seal U
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BYD Seal U is marginally cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,185 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers clearly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 365 km more than the VW Passat.
Passat
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 BYD Seal U offers somewhat more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Passat is visibly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers markedly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.
Seal U
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW Passat is visibly lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 367 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers somewhat more boot space – 690 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Passat offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,770 L, about 330 L more than the BYD Seal U.
When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries noticeably more – 577 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 167 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BYD Seal U is clearly superior overall 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
VW Passat
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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 Passat
The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
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BYD Seal U
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 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
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1,573 - 1,858 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4,785 mm
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Length
4,917 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
1,668 mm
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Height
1,521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 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
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 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, D, E, B
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
VW
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