BYD Seal vs Peugeot 5008 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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 5008 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37600 £, while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2683 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Seal: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Peugeot 5008 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.40 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 5008 performs a bit better – achieving up to 674 km, about 104 km more than the BYD Seal.

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 BYD Seal has a noticeable edge – offering 530 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 205 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Peugeot 5008 takes 6.50 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 220 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 670 Nm compared to 511 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Peugeot 5008 offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, the Peugeot 5008 is to a small extent lighter – 1700 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 207 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 5008 offers decisively more room – 994 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 594 L.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 5008 clearly perceptible takes the win – 699 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 226 kg.

All in all, the BYD Seal shows itself to be slightly ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.