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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
40300 - 45400 £
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 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
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
4800 mm
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Length
4723 mm
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Width
1875 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1460 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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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
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 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
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The BYD Seal is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.