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BYD Seal vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or NIO ET7?

BYD Seal vs NIO ET7: Key differences

BYD Seal

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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • barely more trunk space

NIO ET7

  • somewhat more power
  • barely more electric range

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Seal

Costs and Efficiency:

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 40,300 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,637 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is markedly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers barely more range – reaching 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 offers somewhat more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.8 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET7 is barely 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 ET7 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

Seal

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 markedly lighter – 1,907 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 527 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal offers barely more boot space – 400 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal carries very slightly more – 473 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal has the upper hand 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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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/100km
  • Electric Range : 460 - 570 km
BYD Seal
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
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
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
4,800 mm
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,509 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
3.8 s
Max Speed
180 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
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
NIO
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