Compare performance (530 HP vs 609 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 38600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Kia EV6?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia EV6 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1715 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Seal: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Kia EV6 with 15.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.
As for electric range, the Kia EV6 performs minimal better – achieving up to 582 km, about 12 km more than the BYD Seal.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV6 has a slightly edge – offering 609 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the BYD Seal takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 260 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls to a small extent stronger with 770 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BYD Seal is minimal lighter – 1907 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 48 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV6 offers slightly more room – 490 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.
When it comes to payload, BYD Seal barely noticeable takes the win – 473 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.
The Kia EV6 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.
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.
detailsThe Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.
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Price
40300 - 45400 £
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1955 - 2220 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Length
4800 mm
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Length
4695 mm
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Width
1875 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Height
1460 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Payload
446 - 473 kg
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
170 - 390 kW
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Kia
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The BYD Seal is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.