Compare performance (530 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or NIO EL6?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BYD Seal is slightly cheaper – starting at 40,300 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,580 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 41 km more than the NIO EL6.
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 BYD Seal offers very slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO EL6 is very slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers very slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BYD Seal is a bit lighter – 1,907 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 308 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers visibly more boot space – 597 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries very slightly more – 475 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.
The BYD Seal is clearly ahead overall 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 NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.
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Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
4,800 mm
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,875 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
1,460 mm
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
446 - 473 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
170 - 390 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
NIO
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