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BYD Seal vs Porsche Macan – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: BYD Seal meets Porsche Macan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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.

BYD Seal has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40300 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 28894 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Seal: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Porsche Macan with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.

As for range, the Porsche Macan performs somewhat better – achieving up to 644 km, about 74 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 Porsche Macan has a a bit edge – offering 639 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the BYD Seal takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs somewhat better – reaching 260 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls convincingly stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, BYD Seal is distinct lighter – 1907 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers noticeable more room – 540 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Macan slightly takes the win – 545 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Macan proves to be offers a more balanced package and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Macan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Porsche Macan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 639 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 585 - 644 km
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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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Porsche Macan

The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
470 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
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Porsche

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What drive types are available for the BYD Seal?

The BYD Seal is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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