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BYD Seal vs Mercedes CLA Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

BYD Seal

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes CLA Coupe has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 641 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the BYD Seal with 15.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs evident better – achieving up to 791 km, about 221 km more than the BYD Seal.

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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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 530 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal pulls evident stronger with 670 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is a bit lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 212 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers hardly perceptible more room – 405 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, BYD Seal hardly perceptible takes the win – 473 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal is slightly ahead 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.

BYD Seal
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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

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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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.

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BYD Seal
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
39600 - 66800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
4723 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BYD Seal?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.