Compare performance (324 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or VW Tiguan?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Tiguan has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33300 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 977 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Tiguan with 1.40 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal U performs convincingly better – achieving up to 500 km, about 374 km more than the VW Tiguan.
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 has a slightly edge – offering 324 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.90 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs noticeable better – reaching 242 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, VW Tiguan is clearly perceptible lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 341 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers to a small extent more room – 652 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs to a small extent better – up to 1650 L, which is about 185 L more than the BYD Seal U.
When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan evident takes the win – 533 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.
The BYD Seal U is far ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
34300 - 39800 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 26 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 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
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4775 - 4785 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1668 - 1670 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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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
CVT, Reduction 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
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
220 - 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
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
VW
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The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.