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BYD Seal vs Vauxhall Grandland comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Vauxhall Grandland?

BYD Seal vs Vauxhall Grandland: Key differences

BYD Seal

  • noticeably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

Vauxhall Grandland

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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more electric range
  • a bit lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

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

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.

Vauxhall Grandland is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,715 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Grandland. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Grandland offers a bit more range – reaching up to 694 km, about 124 km more than the BYD Seal.

Grandland

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 noticeably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 205 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Vauxhall Grandland takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Vauxhall Grandland is slightly faster – reaching 202 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers markedly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 509 Nm. That’s about 161 Nm more.

Seal

Space and Everyday Use:

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 Grandland is a bit lighter – 1,675 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 232 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Grandland offers clearly more boot space – 550 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Grandland carries very slightly more – 495 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal is far 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.

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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
Vauxhall Grandland

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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Vauxhall Grandland

The Opel Grandland feels like a sensible, well-rounded SUV — neat styling, a spacious cabin and a composed ride that turns daily driving into a quietly pleasant experience. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want modern tech, good economy and a dash of German practicality without shouting for attention.

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BYD Seal
Vauxhall Grandland

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
Price
32,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
82 - 694 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

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
1,675 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
Length
4,800 mm
Length
4,650 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,905 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,665 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,580 - 1,645 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
425 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 202 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Vauxhall
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