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BYD Seal vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 25200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or VW Golf?

BYD Seal

VW Golf

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Golf has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £. That’s a price difference of around 15082 £.

As for range, the BYD Seal performs decisively better – achieving up to 570 km, about 427 km more than the VW Golf.

Golf

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 evident edge – offering 530 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW Golf takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs to a small extent better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Seal pulls noticeable stronger with 670 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

Seal

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, VW Golf is convincingly lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1907 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal offers slight more room – 400 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf minimal takes the win – 508 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BYD Seal proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Seal is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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
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BYD Seal
VW Golf

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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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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1907 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
VW

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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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