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BYD Seal vs NIO ET7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 59900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or NIO ET7?

BYD Seal

NIO ET7

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

Seal

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD Seal has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40300 £, while the NIO ET7 costs 59900 £. That’s a price difference of around 19637 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Seal: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the NIO ET7 with 19 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.60 kWh.

As for range, the NIO ET7 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 584 km, about 14 km more than the BYD Seal.

ET7

Engine and Performance:

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 NIO ET7 has a a bit edge – offering 653 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.80 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the BYD Seal performs barely noticeable better – reaching 220 km/h, while the NIO ET7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: NIO ET7 pulls noticeable stronger with 850 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

Seal

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BYD Seal is distinct lighter – 1907 kg compared to 2434 kg. The difference is around 527 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal offers hardly perceptible more room – 400 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, BYD Seal barely noticeable takes the win – 473 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BYD Seal shows itself to be performs better in key areas and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £40,300
Seal

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
NIO ET7

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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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BYD Seal
NIO ET7
Seal
ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
59900 - 68900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
2434 - 2454 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
5101 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1987 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
446 - 466 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.80 s
Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
NIO
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.