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VW Arteon vs BYD Seal 6 comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or BYD Seal 6?

VW Arteon vs BYD Seal 6: Key differences

VW Arteon

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  • markedly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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BYD Seal 6

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  • somewhat cheaper
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD Seal 6 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,433 £.

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 VW Arteon offers markedly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 212 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the BYD Seal 6 takes 8.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

Arteon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is barely lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries clearly more – 569 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal 6 is far ahead 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 £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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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BYD Seal 6

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Price
36,800 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 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
133 - 195 g/km
co2
38 - 60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
590 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,866 mm
Length
-
Width
1,871 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
467 - 569 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Power HP
184 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Power kW
135 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
VW
Brand
BYD
What drivetrain options does the VW Arteon have?

The VW Arteon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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