USA EV Comparison: BYD Seal U Design vs Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD
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General Info
While the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Seal U Design | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $46000 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) has a larger battery, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BYD Seal U Design | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 314 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 311 mi | 356 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 264 mi | 300 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 74.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87 kWh | 67.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 33 kWh/100 mi | 22.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.03 mi/kWh | 4.46 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 9.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) maxes out at 140 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BYD Seal U Design | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 140 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | BYD Seal U Design | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 165 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 221 hp |
| Motor Torque | 243 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 9.2 s | 7.1 s |
| Top Speed | 109 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…).
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Seal U Design | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Design (2024-...) has a towing capacity of up to 2866 lb, whereas the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | BYD Seal U Design | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4733 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 |
