Compare performance (530 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 21900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Toyota Yaris?
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.
Toyota Yaris has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18420 £.
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 has a significantly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Toyota Yaris takes 5.50 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs noticeable better – reaching 230 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal pulls significantly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Toyota Yaris is clearly lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 817 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal offers evident more room – 400 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris barely noticeable takes the win – 525 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.
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.
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 Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.
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Price
40300 - 45400 £
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Price
21900 - 46700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
87 - 215 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
4
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
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Length
4800 mm
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Length
3940 - 3995 mm
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Width
1875 mm
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Width
1745 - 1805 mm
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Height
1460 mm
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Height
1455 - 1500 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
935 L
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Payload
446 - 473 kg
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Payload
289 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Power HP
116 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
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Torque
390 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
170 - 390 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Toyota
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The BYD Seal is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.