Global EV Comparison: BYD Seal U Comfort vs Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) has a starting price of €41990, compared to the Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…), which starts at €51150.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €41990 | €51150 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36990 | €48280 |
| GCC Score | 6 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) 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 | Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 420 km | 502 km |
| Range (GCC) | 357 km | 427 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 71.8 kWh | 73 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.97 km/kWh | 5.85 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.6 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 160 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 | Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 115 kW | 160 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) has more power, the Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 157 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 211 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 345 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.3 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) and Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) are about the same size.
The Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4785 mm | 4791 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2085 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1668 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765 mm | 2901 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BYD Seal U Comfort (2024-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD (2024-…).
| Property | BYD Seal U Comfort | Peugeot e-5008 73 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2020 kg | 2218 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 552 l | 748 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1440 l | 1815 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1300 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.2 | 7.8 |
