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BYD Seal vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Hyundai Kona?

BYD Seal vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

BYD Seal

  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

Hyundai Kona

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  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Kona is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is barely more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the BYD Seal. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 56 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

Kona

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 312 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BYD Seal is marginally faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 405 Nm more.

Seal

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is markedly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 537 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers a bit more boot space – 466 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal is decisively ahead 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
BYD Seal
Hyundai Kona

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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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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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BYD Seal
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4,800 mm
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
Brand
BYD
Brand
Hyundai
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