Compare performance (530 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 69,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Porsche Macan?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BYD Seal is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,300 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 69,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,894 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Porsche Macan. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Porsche Macan offers slightly more range – reaching up to 644 km, about 74 km more than the BYD Seal.
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 Porsche Macan offers slightly more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the BYD Seal takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Porsche Macan is markedly faster – reaching 260 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Macan delivers substantially more torque with 1,130 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 460 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, BYD Seal is visibly lighter – 1,907 kg compared to 2,295 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Porsche Macan offers markedly more boot space – 540 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
When it comes to payload, the Porsche Macan carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.
The Porsche Macan 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 Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.
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Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
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Price
69,200 - 99,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
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Electric Range
585 - 644 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
95 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
2,295 - 2,470 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
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Length
4,800 mm
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Length
4,784 - 4,805 mm
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Width
1,875 mm
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Width
1,938 - 1,952 mm
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Height
1,460 mm
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Height
1,613 - 1,623 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,288 - 1,348 L
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Payload
446 - 473 kg
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Payload
470 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Power HP
360 - 639 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
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Torque
563 - 1,130 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
170 - 390 kW
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Power kW
265 - 470 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Porsche
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