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BYD Seal vs Lotus Emeya - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 92600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Lotus Emeya?

BYD Seal

Lotus Emeya

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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40300 £, while the Lotus Emeya costs 92600 £. That’s a price difference of around 52285 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Seal: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Lotus Emeya with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.30 kWh.

As for range, the Lotus Emeya performs slight better – achieving up to 580 km, about 10 km more than the BYD Seal.

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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 Lotus Emeya has a significantly edge – offering 918 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 388 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 2.80 s, while the BYD Seal takes 3.80 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Emeya performs to a small extent better – reaching 256 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Emeya pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 985 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 315 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, BYD Seal is clearly perceptible lighter – 1907 kg compared to 2555 kg. The difference is around 648 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers distinct more room – 509 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

When it comes to payload, Lotus Emeya a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Lotus Emeya shows itself to be won narrowly 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 £92,600
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Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 22.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 485 - 580 km
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BYD Seal
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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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Lotus Emeya

The Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
92600 - 138000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
2555 - 2650 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
5139 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
2005 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1388 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Lotus

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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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