Deutschland
France
Nederland
Great Britain
Sverige
Danmark
Suomi
Italia
Polska
Česko
EspañaVS
Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs BYD Seal U comparison
Compare performance (132 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or BYD Seal U?
Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs BYD Seal U: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
MX-5 Roadster
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mazda MX-5 Roadster is somewhat cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the BYD Seal U costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,315 £.
Seal U
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 U offers clearly more power – delivering 324 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 192 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal U is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal U delivers considerably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 398 Nm more.
MX-5 Roadster
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.
Seats: BYD Seal U offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 862 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers substantially more boot space – 552 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 422 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal U carries considerably more – 410 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 258 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BYD Seal U 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.
from £34,300
BYD Seal U
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
BYD Seal U
Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
The Mazda MX-5 is a featherweight, open-top sports car that turns ordinary roads into a grin-inducing playground thanks to razor-sharp steering and an engaging, tactile gearbox. It won’t swallow the weekly shopping or ski bags, but for anyone after pure driving fun and sun-on-your-face weekends, few cars match its sheer charm and value.
details
BYD Seal U
The BYD Seal U is a sleek electric fastback that blends sporty styling with a roomy, tech-focused interior, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric performance without sacrificing comfort. It delivers a smooth, composed ride and intuitive features, positioning it as a practical yet modern option in the EV market.
details
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
BYD Seal U
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
|
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
|
|
Electric Range
-
|
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
140 g/km
|
co2
0 - 71 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
Roadster
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
2
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
-
|
|
Curb weight
1,078 kg
|
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
130 L
|
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
-
|
|
Width
1,735 mm
|
Width
1,890 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
-
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
152 kg
|
Payload
410 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Petrol
|
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
|
|
Transmission
Manuel
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
132 HP
|
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
-
|
|
Torque
152 Nm
|
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
|
Power kW
97 kW
|
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
|
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2025
|
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
|
|
Brand
Mazda
|
Brand
BYD
|
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved.
The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.