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BYD Seal vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Peugeot 308?

BYD Seal vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

BYD Seal

  • substantially more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

Peugeot 308

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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

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

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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.

Peugeot 308 is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,040 £.

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 Peugeot 308. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers clearly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 120 km more than the Peugeot 308.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 335 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 Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 308 is moderately faster – reaching 225 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 308 is visibly lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 454 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers very slightly more boot space – 412 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries very slightly more – 503 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal holds a decisive overall lead 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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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
Peugeot 308

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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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Peugeot 308

The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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BYD Seal
Peugeot 308

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.4 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4,800 mm
Length
4,367 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,258 - 1,323 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Peugeot
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