Compare performance (530 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,286 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers markedly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 125 km more than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer.
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 considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 310 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, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is noticeably lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 469 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers noticeably more boot space – 597 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer carries marginally more – 502 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.
The BYD Seal is decisively ahead 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 Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
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Electric Range
82 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 132 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
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
4,800 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,875 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,460 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
446 - 473 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
170 - 390 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Vauxhall
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