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BYD Seal U vs ZEEKR 001 – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: BYD Seal U meets ZEEKR 001.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51400 £. That’s a price difference of around 17143 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the ZEEKR 001: with 18.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the BYD Seal U with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.70 kWh.

As for range, the ZEEKR 001 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 620 km, about 120 km more than the BYD Seal U.

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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 ZEEKR 001 has a significantly edge – offering 544 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.90 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the ZEEKR 001 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: ZEEKR 001 pulls slightly stronger with 686 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 136 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, BYD Seal U is to a small extent lighter – 1940 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal U offers hardly perceptible more room – 552 L compared to 539 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, ZEEKR 001 clearly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race?

The ZEEKR 001 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
ZEEKR 001 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 580 - 620 km

BYD Seal U

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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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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BYD Seal U
ZEEKR 001
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Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 39800 £
Price
51400 - 58300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 1.2 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Electric Range
580 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2147 kg
Curb weight
2200 - 2350 kg
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
4775 - 4785 mm
Length
4955 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
2005 mm
Height
1668 - 1670 mm
Height
1548 - 1560 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1465 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1497 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

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