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Jaecoo 7 vs BYD Seal U comparison

Compare performance (279 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaecoo 7 or BYD Seal U?

Jaecoo 7 vs BYD Seal U: Key differences

Jaecoo 7

  • marginally cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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BYD Seal U

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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

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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.

Jaecoo 7 is marginally cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,649 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers substantially more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 410 km more than the Jaecoo 7.

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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 moderately more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 279 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Jaecoo 7 takes 8.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers clearly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 185 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, Jaecoo 7 is very slightly lighter – 1,870 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers visibly more boot space – 552 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 212 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaecoo 7 carries very slightly more – 440 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal U is clearly superior 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 Jaecoo 7 is a striking compact SUV that pairs bold, modern styling with a spacious, well-equipped cabin aimed at families and tech-minded buyers. It offers strong value, a comfortable ride and plenty of gadgetry, though you should weigh dealer support and long-term ownership reputation when deciding.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,600 - 33,800 £
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
90 km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
54 g/km
co2
0 - 71 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
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Curb weight
1,870 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
440 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
279 HP
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
365 Nm
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
205 kW
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
Jaecoo
Brand
BYD
Is the Jaecoo 7 offered with different drivetrains?

The Jaecoo 7 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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