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BYD Seal U vs VW Touran – Which model is better for everyday use?
Seal U
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Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BYD Seal U has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the VW Touran costs 35400 £. That’s a price difference of around 1118 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BYD Seal U manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.
Touran
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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 has a significantly edge – offering 324 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.90 s. That’s about 3 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Touran performs a bit better – reaching 209 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal U pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 550 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm difference.
Seal U
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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, VW Touran is clearly perceptible lighter – 1520 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers distinct more room – 834 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 282 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Touran performs evident better – up to 1980 L, which is about 515 L more than the BYD Seal U.
When it comes to payload, VW Touran noticeable takes the win – 601 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 191 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BYD Seal U proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Seal U is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
BYD Seal U
VW Touran
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BYD Seal U
BYD Seal U
5 (2 Reviews)
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 Touran
5 (1 Reviews)
The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.
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BYD Seal U
VW Touran
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34300 - 39800 £
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Price
35400 - 43900 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 26 g/km
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co2
136 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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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
1520 - 1631 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
834 L
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Length
4775 - 4785 mm
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Length
4527 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1829 mm
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Height
1668 - 1670 mm
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Height
1668 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
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Max trunk capacity
1980 L
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
590 - 601 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Power HP
122 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
195 - 209 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
250 - 360 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 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 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
E
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
VW
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What drive types are available for the BYD Seal U?
The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.