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BYD Seal vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 37700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

BYD Seal

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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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.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37700 £, while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2543 £.

As for range, the BYD Seal performs decisively better – achieving up to 570 km, about 486 km more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal has a evident edge – offering 530 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs somewhat better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal pulls evident stronger with 670 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly perceptible lighter – 1530 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 377 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers distinct more room – 505 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake slight takes the win – 520 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BYD Seal proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Seal is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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
BYD Seal
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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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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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake turns estate practicality into runway-ready style with a swooping roofline and coupe-like silhouette that makes even mundane errands feel a little more glamorous. Inside it pairs clever packaging with premium flair, so you get useful load space and a grown-up cabin — ideal if you want a car that looks like a showroom trophy but still handles the weekly shop without sulking.

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BYD Seal
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Costs and Consumption

Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
37700 - 74700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
84 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
55 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1530 - 1775 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
4692 - 4695 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1405 - 1433 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
460 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.