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?
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 BYD Seal U: with 12.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the XPeng P7 with 16.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.70 kWh.
As for electric range, the XPeng P7 performs a bit better – achieving up to 576 km, about 76 km more than the BYD Seal U.
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 somewhat better – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Seal U tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 25 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.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
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.
The XPeng P7 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 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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Price
34300 - 39800 £
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Price
42500 - 50200 £
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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
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 19.2 kWh
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Electric Range
505 - 576 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
82.70 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
Sedan
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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
2020 - 2140 kg
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Length
4785 mm
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Length
4888 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1896 mm
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Height
1668 mm
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Height
1450 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
430 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
276 - 473 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
175 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Torque
440 - 757 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
203 - 348 kW
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Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2026
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Model Year
2024
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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
XPeng
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The BYD Seal U is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.