USA EV Comparison: BYD Seal U Comfort vs Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of $42000, 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 | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $42000 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) has a larger battery, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 314 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 261 mi | 353 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 222 mi | 304 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73 kWh | 73.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 71.8 kWh | 69 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 32.3 kWh/100 mi | 22.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.09 mi/kWh | 4.41 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.6 | 9.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) maxes out at 115 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 115 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 165 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 221 hp |
| Motor Torque | 229 lb-ft | 198 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 8.9 s | 7.1 s |
| Top Speed | 109 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…).
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 188.4 in | 184.6 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 82.1 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 74.4 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 65.7 in | 65 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 112.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) has a towing capacity of up to 2866 lb, whereas the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4453 lb | 4156 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 19.5 ft3 | 27.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 50.9 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2866 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.2 | 6.9 |
