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Polestar 2 vs BYD Seal 6 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Polestar 2 or BYD Seal 6 fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BYD Seal 6 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Polestar 2 costs 42000 £. That’s a price difference of around 5143 £.

As for range, the Polestar 2 performs clearly better – achieving up to 659 km, about 559 km more than the BYD 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 Polestar 2 has a significantly edge – offering 476 HP compared to 212 HP. That’s roughly 264 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the BYD Seal 6 takes 8.50 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs to a small extent better – reaching 205 km/h, while the BYD Seal 6 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

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 curb weight, BYD Seal 6 is to a small extent lighter – 1710 kg compared to 2015 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Seal 6 offers slightly more room – 500 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Seal 6 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1535 L, which is about 440 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, BYD Seal 6 slight takes the win – 435 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Polestar 2 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 2 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
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Polestar 2

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Der Polestar 2 beeindruckt mit seinem klaren, skandinavischen Design und einer hochwertigen Verarbeitung, die sowohl innen als auch außen zu sehen ist. Besonders auffallend ist das futuristische Cockpit mit einem innovativen Infotainment-System, das auf Android basiert und nahtlose Konnektivität bietet. Zusätzlich bietet das Modell ein exzellentes Fahrgefühl mit dynamischen Fahreigenschaften, das selbst anspruchsvolle Fahrer begeistert.

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BYD Seal 6

The BYD Seal 6 is a captivating electric sedan that captures attention with its sleek design and modern aerodynamics. With a strong focus on sustainability, it offers an impressive electric driving experience, combining efficiency with cutting-edge technology. The Seal 6 stands out in the EV market for its luxurious interior and innovative features, making it a strong contender for drivers looking to embrace the future of transportation.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Price
36800 - 42800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Electric Range
50 - 100 km
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
38 - 60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
65 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Curb weight
1710 - 1805 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4606 mm
Length
4840 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Max trunk capacity
1535 L
Payload
375 - 421 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Power HP
184 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
205 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Power kW
135 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Polestar
Brand
BYD

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Is the Polestar 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Polestar 2 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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