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BYD Seal U vs XPeng P7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (324 HP vs 473 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 42500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal U or XPeng P7?

BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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XPeng P7

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Seal U @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media

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 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the XPeng P7 costs 42500 £. That’s a price difference of around 8237 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the XPeng P7: with 16.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the BYD Seal U with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.

As for range, the XPeng P7 performs a bit better – achieving up to 576 km, about 76 km more than the BYD Seal U.

P7 @ XPeng Motors

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 XPeng P7 has a distinct edge – offering 473 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the XPeng P7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the XPeng P7 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: XPeng P7 pulls noticeable stronger with 757 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 207 Nm difference.

Seal U @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BYD Seal U is slight lighter – 1940 kg compared to 2020 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers distinct more room – 552 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 112 L.

When it comes to payload, XPeng P7 hardly perceptible takes the win – 430 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race?

The XPeng P7 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
XPeng P7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £42,500
P7 @ XPeng Motors

XPeng P7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 276 - 473 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 19.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 505 - 576 km
BYD Seal U
XPeng P7

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BYD Seal U

5 (2 Reviews)
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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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XPeng P7

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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The XPeng P7 cuts a sleek, coupe-like silhouette that looks like a tech firm's idea of a stylish electric sedan, and its minimalist cabin packs smart screens and handy features that actually improve everyday life. Underneath the future-facing image it drives with surprising poise and comes loaded with advanced driver aids, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric charisma without the hype.

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BYD Seal U
XPeng P7
Seal U @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media
P7 @ XPeng Motors

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
42500 - 50200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 19.2 kWh
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
505 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
82.70 kWh
co2
0 - 26 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
2020 - 2140 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4888 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1896 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1450 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
430 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Power HP
276 - 473 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
440 - 757 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
203 - 348 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
XPeng
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.