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BYD Seal vs VW ID.5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or VW ID.5?

BYD Seal

VW ID.5

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

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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.

VW ID.5 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the BYD Seal costs 40300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3446 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Seal: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the VW ID.5 with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.30 kWh.

As for range, the BYD Seal performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 570 km, about 11 km more than the VW ID.5.

ID.5

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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 530 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 679 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BYD Seal is barely noticeable lighter – 1907 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 56 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers evident more room – 549 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 149 L.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 somewhat takes the win – 549 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 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
BYD Seal
VW ID.5

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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 ID.5

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VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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BYD Seal
VW ID.5

Costs and Consumption

Price
40300 - 45400 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 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
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4800 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1460 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
446 - 473 kg
Payload
517 - 549 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
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 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
VW
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.