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VW ID.7 Touring vs BYD Seal U comparison
Compare performance (340 HP vs 324 HP), boot space and price (47,100 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.7 Touring or BYD Seal U?
VW ID.7 Touring 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.
ID.7 Touring
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 U is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,784 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal U is somewhat more efficient: consuming 12.1 kWh/100km compared to 14 kWh/100km for the VW ID.7 Touring. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID.7 Touring offers markedly more range – reaching up to 689 km, about 189 km more than the BYD Seal U.
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 VW ID.7 Touring offers barely more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 324 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 Touring is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the BYD Seal U takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.7 Touring delivers somewhat more torque with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm more.
ID.7 Touring
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, BYD Seal U is slightly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,191 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers only slightly more boot space – 605 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.7 Touring carries a bit more – 465 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW ID.7 Touring sits just 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 £47,100
VW ID.7 Touring
VW ID.7 Touring
BYD Seal U
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VW ID.7 Touring
The VW ID.7 Touring blends sleek, aerodynamic fastback looks with estate practicality, delivering an electric family car that looks grown-up and feels refined. Inside it's calm and spacious with clever storage and modern tech, swallowing suitcases and weekend plans with ease — a sensible, slightly flashy choice for buyers who want electric comfort without giving up practicality.
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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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VW ID.7 Touring
BYD Seal U
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
47,100 - 54,900 £
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Price
34,300 - 39,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.1 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
584 - 689 km
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Electric Range
70 - 500 km
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Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 71 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,191 - 2,336 kg
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Curb weight
1,940 - 2,147 kg
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Trunk capacity
605 L
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Trunk capacity
425 - 552 L
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Length
4,961 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,862 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
1,549 - 1,551 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,714 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
459 - 465 kg
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Payload
410 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Power HP
218 - 324 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.6 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
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Torque
300 - 550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
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Power kW
160 - 238 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,497 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
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Brand
VW
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Brand
BYD
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