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Geely E5 vs BYD Seal U comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Geely E5 or BYD Seal U?

Geely E5 vs BYD Seal U: Key differences

Geely E5

  • marginally cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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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

E5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Geely E5 is marginally cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,715 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is noticeably more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Geely E5. That’s a difference of about 3.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers barely more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 25 km more than the Geely E5.

Seal U

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal U offers clearly more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Geely E5 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers significantly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Geely E5 is somewhat lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers a bit more boot space – 552 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

When it comes to payload, the Geely E5 carries only slightly more – 445 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal U 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.

from £34,300
Seal U

BYD Seal U

  • Engine Type : Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 324 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 70 - 500 km
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The Geely E5 is a practical, no-nonsense sedan that prioritizes comfort and everyday usability while delivering solid value for money. It appeals to buyers who want affordable running costs, easy city driving and a sensible set of features without excess.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 36,800 £
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
430 - 475 km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 71 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 - 1,815 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,901 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
427 - 445 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
Geely
Brand
BYD
What drive types are available for the Geely E5?

The Geely E5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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