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Porsche Cayenne vs BYD Seal comparison

Compare performance (1,156 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (90,200 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Cayenne or BYD Seal?

Porsche Cayenne vs BYD Seal: Key differences

Porsche Cayenne

3.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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BYD Seal

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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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

Cayenne

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,037 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.9 kWh/100km for the Porsche Cayenne. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne offers moderately more range – reaching up to 668 km, about 98 km more than the BYD Seal.

Seal

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 Porsche Cayenne offers considerably more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 626 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the BYD Seal takes 3.8 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers significantly more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 830 Nm more.

Cayenne

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, BYD Seal is somewhat lighter – 1,907 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 223 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries markedly more – 705 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 232 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne 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 £90,200
Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 1,156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 11 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 74 - 668 km
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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Reviews Porsche Cayenne

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BYD Seal

The BYD Seal is a sleek, fastback-style electric sedan that blends sporty design with a comfortable, tech-forward cabin. It delivers an engaging driving feel, impressive real-world range and strong value, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want a modern EV sedan.

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4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Thomas
14 Apr 2026, 15:59:57

Very well equipped and really good quality. Driving performance is more than adequate and very comfortable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Price
41,100 - 46,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4 - 11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
74 - 668 km
Electric Range
460 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 249 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
1,907 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 705 kg
Payload
446 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Power HP
231 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Torque
360 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Power kW
170 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Porsche
Brand
BYD
Is the Porsche Cayenne offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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