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BYD Seal vs Hyundai Tucson – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BYD Seal or Hyundai Tucson fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Hyundai Tucson has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30600 £, while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £. That’s a price difference of around 9643 £.

As for range, the BYD Seal performs convincingly better – achieving up to 570 km, about 500 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 530 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 278 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.90 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BYD Seal performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal pulls convincingly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 291 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is evident lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers evident more room – 620 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson to a small extent takes the win – 545 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BYD Seal 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 £40,300
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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
  • Electric Range : 460 - 570 km

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 Tucson

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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Hyundai Tucson
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Costs and Consumption

Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
30600 - 46300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
64 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
22 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
4510 - 4535 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
523 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
136 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
100 - 185 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the BYD Seal?

The BYD Seal is available as Rear-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.