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BYD Seal vs Lexus ES - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 46600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Lexus ES?

BYD Seal

Lexus ES

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD Seal has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40300 £, while the Lexus ES costs 46600 £. That’s a price difference of around 6308 £.

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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 has a convincingly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 312 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.90 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BYD Seal performs a bit better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Lexus ES is slightly lighter – 1680 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 227 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus ES offers a bit more room – 454 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

When it comes to payload, BYD Seal barely noticeable takes the win – 473 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 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
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BYD Seal
Lexus ES

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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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
46600 - 59300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1680 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
4975 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.90 s
Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Lexus

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What drive types are available for the BYD Seal?

The BYD Seal is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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