Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD vs BYD Seal U Design
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) has a starting price of €53490, compared to the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...), which starts at €44990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price Europe (New) | €53490 | €44990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €39898 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 489 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 536 km | 500 km |
| Range (GCC) | 462 km | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 91 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.8 kWh/100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.31 km/kWh | 4.89 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 6.4 |
Charging
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 140 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 6.5 |
Performance
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: EESM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 178 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 239 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 s | 9.6 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4595 mm | 4785 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2172 mm | 2085 mm |
| Height | 1660 mm | 1668 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2765 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2121 kg | 2147 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 466 l | 552 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1350 l | 1440 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.8 | 7.3 |
