BYD Seal U vs petrol car: savings

Yearly running-cost savings and break-even point for the BYD Seal U compared with a petrol car.

Usable battery71.8 kWh

WLTP range500 km

Efficiency14.4 kWh/100 km

Max charging11 / 115 kW

BYD Seal U: compact SUV body style illustration — BYD Seal U Design · body style illustration (not the exact model)

BYD Seal U vs petrol savings

Yearly energy cost by country (15,000 km)

Country	BYD Seal U	Petrol car	Saved
United Kingdom	£625	£1,703	£1,078
Germany	€919	€2,289	€1,370
France	€608	€2,164	€1,555
Canada	C$406	C$1,462	C$1,056
Australia	A$860	A$1,502	A$641
United Arab Emirates	AED 703	AED 2,272	AED 1,568
India	₹16,489	₹98,407	₹81,917
Saudi Arabia	SAR 463	SAR 2,272	SAR 1,808
Netherlands	€608	€2,388	€1,780
Spain	€634	€1,880	€1,246
Italy	€705	€2,087	€1,383
Japan	¥84,110	¥150,832	¥66,722
Norway	€457	€2,048	€1,591
Sweden	€644	€1,540	€895
China	CN¥1,245	CN¥8,005	CN¥6,760
South Africa	R7,532	R19,198	R11,666
Mexico	MX$4,372	MX$24,940	MX$20,569
Turkey	₺6,890	₺51,860	₺44,970

Frequently asked questions

How much can I save with a BYD Seal U?

Charging at home, about €1,222 a year in energy for 15,000 km at average prices, compared with a 6.5 L/100 km petrol car. Lower maintenance adds to that.

When does a BYD Seal U pay for itself?

It depends on the price difference with the car you’d otherwise buy. Enter both prices under “Customize” in the calculator to see your break-even year.