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BYD Seal vs Suzuki Ignis comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 83 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 15,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Suzuki Ignis?

BYD Seal vs Suzuki Ignis: Key differences

BYD Seal

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

Suzuki Ignis

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter

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:

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.

Suzuki Ignis is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,669 £.

Ignis

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 447 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 8.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BYD Seal is marginally faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Suzuki Ignis tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 563 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, Suzuki Ignis is considerably lighter – 935 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 972 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal offers visibly more boot space – 400 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal carries somewhat more – 473 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal is far ahead 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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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
BYD Seal
Suzuki Ignis

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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BYD Seal
Suzuki Ignis

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
110 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Length
4,800 mm
Length
3,700 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
335 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
83 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
107 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,020
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Suzuki
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