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BYD Seal vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Citroen C5 Aircross?

BYD Seal vs Citroen C5 Aircross: Key differences

BYD Seal

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Seal

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C5 Aircross is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,143 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers barely more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 50 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

C5 Aircross

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 305 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is somewhat lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers visibly more boot space – 565 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal carries barely more – 473 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal 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.

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Seal

BYD Seal

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 530 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 460 - 570 km
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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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4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Thomas
14 Apr 2026, 15:59:57

Very well equipped and really good quality. Driving performance is more than adequate and very comfortable.

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Reviews Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:38:06

It's a pleasant car; it's not coarse or brutal. As a 60-year-old, I don't need acceleration or top speed.

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27 Mar 2026, 16:55:05

Cars like the C5 Aircross are probably one reason why Stellantis is almost bankrupt — or already is.
Uncomfortable and completely unsuitable for long-distance driving.
Huge on the outside, small on the inside.
Extremely uncomfortable seats, poor infotainment, very bad driver aids (360° camera, cruise control, lane-keep assist, navigation… are really awful), confusing, poor road manners, loud engine and noisy wind.
I can only hope that I’ll never again be forced to drive this vehicle.

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Alexis vasquez
15 Feb 2026, 21:03:58

I find the Citroën better suited to my daily driving — more comfortable and efficient, with a softer suspension compared with the firmer Toyota Cross.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
565 L
Length
4,800 mm
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
446 - 471 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Citroen
Is the BYD Seal offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Seal is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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