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Mercedes E-Class vs BYD Seal U comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class or BYD Seal U?

Mercedes E-Class vs BYD Seal U: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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BYD Seal U

4.2 (10 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • barely 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

E-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Seal U is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,213 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Seal U offers clearly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 384 km more than the Mercedes E-Class.

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 Mercedes E-Class offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 261 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

E-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class is very slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Seal U offers barely more boot space – 552 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries clearly more – 640 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class 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 £50,500
E-Class

Mercedes E-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 101 - 116 km
Mercedes E-Class
BYD Seal U

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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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.

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Mercedes E-Class
BYD Seal U

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 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
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
70 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 71 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
218 - 324 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
300 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
160 - 238 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BYD
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