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Kia XCeed vs BYD Seal 6 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or BYD Seal 6?

Kia XCeed vs BYD Seal 6: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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BYD Seal 6

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
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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

XCeed

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.

Kia XCeed is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the BYD Seal 6 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,714 £.

Seal 6

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal 6 offers a bit more power – delivering 212 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 8.5 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

XCeed

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, Kia XCeed is markedly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 359 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries a bit more – 485 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal 6 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 £36,800
Seal 6

BYD Seal 6

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 212 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 7.8 - 11.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 54 - 101 km
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Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Gouala
14 Dec 2025, 00:57:57

Navigation system update for islands like my home, Guadeloupe.

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Gerard
13 Dec 2025, 09:16:07

Quieter at higher speeds on the motorway. Better value for money.

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BYD Seal 6

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
36,800 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
7.8 - 11.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
54 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
38 - 60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
184 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
135 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Kia
Brand
BYD
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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