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BYD Seal vs Mercedes EQA comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 44,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Mercedes EQA?

BYD Seal vs Mercedes EQA: Key differences

BYD Seal

  • marginally cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

Mercedes EQA

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  • barely more efficient

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Seal is marginally cheaper – starting at 40,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 44,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,960 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQA is barely more efficient: consuming 14.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the BYD Seal. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 9 km more than the Mercedes EQA.

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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 offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BYD Seal is somewhat faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Seal is marginally lighter – 1,907 kg compared to 2,045 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal offers a bit more boot space – 400 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal carries somewhat more – 473 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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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/100km
  • Electric Range : 460 - 570 km
BYD Seal
Mercedes EQA

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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 EQA

The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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BYD Seal
Mercedes EQA

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
Price
44,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
476 - 561 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,045 - 2,115 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
4,800 mm
Length
4,463 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,608 - 1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,320 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
425 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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