Global EV Comparison: Audi e-tron 50 quattro vs BYD Seal Excellence AWD
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General Info
The BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €50990. The Audi e-tron 50 quattro (2019-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €23900 on the used car market.
The Audi e-tron 50 quattro (2019-2022) is a SUV, whereas the BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | Audi e-tron 50 quattro | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €50990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €23900 | €41880 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi e-tron 50 quattro (2019-2022).
| Property | Audi e-tron 50 quattro | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 341 km | 520 km |
| Range (GCC) | 272 km | 442 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 82.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.8 kWh/100 km | 18.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.2 km/kWh | 5.36 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.5 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Audi e-tron 50 quattro (2019-2022) maxes out at 120 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi e-tron 50 quattro | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi e-tron 50 quattro | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 390 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 523 hp |
| Motor Torque | 540 Nm | 670 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 6 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron 50 quattro (2019-2022) is longer, wider, and taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi e-tron 50 quattro | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4901 mm | 4800 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2192 mm | 2150 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1935 mm | 1875 mm |
| Height | 1616 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2920 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Audi e-tron 50 quattro (2019-2022) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…).
| Property | Audi e-tron 50 quattro | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2445 kg | 2185 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 660 l | 400 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1725 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 50 l | 53 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 5.3 |
