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BYD Seal vs Volvo EX30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 33000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Volvo EX30?

BYD Seal

Volvo EX30

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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.

Volvo EX30 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33000 £, while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £. That’s a price difference of around 7286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Seal: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Volvo EX30 with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.

As for range, the BYD Seal performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 570 km, about 94 km more than the Volvo EX30.

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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 has a a bit edge – offering 530 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the BYD Seal takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal pulls to a small extent stronger with 670 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 127 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Volvo EX30 is slight lighter – 1840 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 67 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal offers evident more room – 400 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

When it comes to payload, BYD Seal a bit takes the win – 473 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BYD Seal shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £40,300
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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
  • Electric Range : 460 - 570 km
BYD Seal
Volvo EX30

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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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Volvo EX30

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The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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BYD Seal
Volvo EX30
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EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the BYD Seal?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.