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BYD Seal vs Kia Sportage comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 30,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Kia Sportage?
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.
Kia Sportage is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,115 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers significantly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 504 km more than the Kia Sportage.
Sportage
Engine and Performance:
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 BYD Seal offers clearly 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 significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 290 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, Kia Sportage is markedly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers clearly more boot space – 587 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries somewhat more – 580 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 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.
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BYD Seal
BYD Seal
Kia Sportage
Costs and Consumption
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Dimensions and Body
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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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Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.
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BYD Seal
Kia Sportage
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
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Price
30,200 - 47,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
67 - 177 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
-
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Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
4,800 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,875 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Height
1,460 mm
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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
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
170 - 390 kW
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Kia
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