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Lexus ES vs BYD Seal 6 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or BYD Seal 6?

Lexus ES vs BYD Seal 6: Key differences

Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly lighter
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BYD Seal 6

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally 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

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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.

BYD Seal 6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,737 £.

Seal 6

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 Lexus ES offers very slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 212 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal 6 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

ES

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, Lexus ES is only slightly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal 6 holds a decisive overall lead 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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Reviews Lexus ES

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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Lexus ES
BYD Seal 6

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
36,800 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
38 - 60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,975 mm
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
184 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
135 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
BYD
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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