BYD Seal U Comfort vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) has a starting price of $41190, while the BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $41190 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $25786 |
| GCC Score | 6 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...).
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 304 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 261 mi | 333 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 222 mi | 287 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 71.8 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 32.3 kWh/100 mi | 30.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.09 mi/kWh | 3.3 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.6 | 7.5 |
Charging
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 115 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 6.5 |
Performance
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 178 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 239 hp |
| Motor Torque | 229 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 8.9 s | 7.2 s |
| Top Speed | 109 mph | 100 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 188.4 in | 180.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 82.1 in | 85.5 in |
| Height | 65.7 in | 65.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 109.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4453 lb | 4528 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 19.5 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 50.9 ft3 | 59.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2866 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 6.8 |
