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BYD Seal vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Polestar 3?

BYD Seal vs Polestar 3: Key differences

BYD Seal

  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter

Polestar 3

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  • moderately more electric range
  • a bit more trunk space

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BYD Seal is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,300 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,085 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 136 km more than the BYD Seal.

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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 only slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 3 is somewhat faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers markedly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

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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, BYD Seal is clearly lighter – 1,907 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 668 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers a bit more boot space – 484 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries marginally more – 496 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal is clearly superior 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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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
Polestar 3

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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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Polestar 3

Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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BYD Seal
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4,800 mm
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
285 - 496 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Polestar
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