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BYD Seal vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Hyundai Tucson?

BYD Seal vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

BYD Seal

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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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:

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,857 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers significantly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 500 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Tucson

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 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 291 Nm more.

Seal

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is markedly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £41,100
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 Tucson

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Seal

The BYD Seal is a sleek, fastback-style electric sedan that blends sporty design with a comfortable, tech-forward cabin. It delivers an engaging driving feel, impressive real-world range and strong value, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want a modern EV sedan.

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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BYD Seal
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 46,300 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic 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 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Hyundai
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