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Hyundai Tucson vs BYD Seal comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 40,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or BYD Seal?
Tucson
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.
Hyundai Tucson is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,380 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Seal offers substantially more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 500 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
Seal
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 offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Hyundai Tucson is somewhat faster – reaching 204 km/h, while the BYD Seal tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 291 Nm more.
Tucson
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is clearly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers markedly more boot space – 620 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 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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BYD Seal
Hyundai Tucson
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Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
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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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Hyundai Tucson
BYD Seal
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
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Price
40,300 - 45,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
460 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Length
4,525 - 4,535 mm
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Length
4,800 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,875 mm
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Height
1,650 mm
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Height
1,460 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,795 - 1,799 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
446 - 473 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
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Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
360 - 670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
170 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
BYD
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