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BYD Seal vs Citroen Ami - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 6800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Citroen Ami?

BYD Seal

Citroen Ami

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

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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.

Citroen Ami has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 6800 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33429 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal performs convincingly better – achieving up to 570 km, about 495 km more than the Citroen Ami.

Seal

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 has a significantly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 522 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal pulls decisively stronger with 670 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm difference.

Seal

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BYD Seal offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Citroen Ami is convincingly lighter – 470 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 1437 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal offers convincingly more room – 400 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 337 L.

When it comes to payload, BYD Seal significantly takes the win – 473 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 243 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen Ami shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £6,800
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Citroen Ami

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 km
BYD Seal
Citroen Ami

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BYD Seal

The BYD Seal is a sleek electric fastback that punches above its class with sporty looks and a surprisingly premium cabin, offering a very modern alternative for buyers who want style and substance without the badge snobbery. On the road it feels composed and eager, packed with tech and everyday practicality—ideal for shoppers after eco-friendly performance with a cheeky wink.

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Citroen Ami

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The Citroën Ami is a cheeky, ultra-compact city runabout that turns parking into a non-event and makes traffic feel almost friendly. It won't thrill you with speed or luxury, but as an economical, fuss-free way to nip around town and save on congestion, it's a clever little solution for urban life—with personality to spare.

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BYD Seal
Citroen Ami

Costs and Consumption

Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
6800 - 8200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
470 - 483 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
63 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
-
Width
1875 mm
Width
1390 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
217 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
40 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Citroen
What drive types are available for the BYD Seal?

The BYD Seal is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.