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Honda e:Ny1 vs BYD Seal comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda e:Ny1 or BYD Seal?

Honda e:Ny1 vs BYD Seal: Key differences

Honda e:Ny1

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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BYD Seal

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

e:Ny1

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.

Honda e:Ny1 is markedly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the Honda e:Ny1. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers markedly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 158 km more than the Honda e:Ny1.

Seal

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Honda e:Ny1 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

e:Ny1

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, Honda e:Ny1 is moderately lighter – 1,730 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 177 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal carries visibly more – 473 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal is decisively ahead 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.

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Seal

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/100km
  • Electric Range 460 - 570 km
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Reviews Honda e:Ny1

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Yvissa
18 Mar 2026, 18:52:54

Good car, good power, but average range and it lacks a trip planner. Still, it’s not too much of a problem.

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The BYD Seal is a sleek, fastback-style electric sedan that blends sporty design with a comfortable, tech-forward cabin. It delivers an engaging driving feel, impressive real-world range and strong value, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want a modern EV sedan.

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Reviews BYD Seal

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Thomas
14 Apr 2026, 15:59:57

Very well equipped and really good quality. Driving performance is more than adequate and very comfortable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,400 - 36,000 £
Price
41,100 - 46,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
412 km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
344 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,387 mm
Length
-
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,584 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,136 - 1,176 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 kg
Payload
446 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Honda
Brand
BYD
Is the Honda e:Ny1 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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