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BYD Seal vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or SsangYong Korando?

BYD Seal vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

BYD Seal

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Seal

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.

SsangYong Korando is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,143 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the SsangYong Korando. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers substantially more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 231 km more than the SsangYong Korando.

Korando

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

Seal

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, SsangYong Korando is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal carries barely more – 473 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 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.

from £41,100
Seal

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
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BYD Seal

The BYD Seal is a sleek, fastback-style electric sedan that blends sporty design with a comfortable, tech-forward cabin. It delivers an engaging driving feel, impressive real-world range and strong value, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want a modern EV sedan.

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Reviews BYD Seal

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Thomas
14 Apr 2026, 15:59:57

Very well equipped and really good quality. Driving performance is more than adequate and very comfortable.

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 46,300 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
SsangYong
Is the BYD Seal offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Seal is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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