Global EV Comparison: Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric vs BYD Seal U Design
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General Info
The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €44990. The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €31590 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2022 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €44990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €31590 | €41990 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022).
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 438 km | 500 km |
| Range (GCC) | 373 km | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 67 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18 kWh/100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.57 km/kWh | 4.89 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) 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 | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 140 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.1 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 330 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 s | 9.6 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022).
The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4440 mm | 4785 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2034 mm | 2085 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1873 mm | 1890 mm |
| Height | 1596 mm | 1668 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2702 mm | 2765 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022), but the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...).
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1970 kg | 2147 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 404 l | 552 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1205 l | 1440 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 7.2 |
