Vehicle Comparison

Comparing 2 vehicles

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

2023 • SUV

Adult Occupant
90%
Child Occupant
86%
Pedestrian
83%
Safety Assist
77%
5/5
Euro NCAP
2023
Kia Sportage V

Kia Sportage V

2021 • SUV

Adult Occupant
92%
Child Occupant
83%
Pedestrian
74%
Safety Assist
78%
5/5
Euro NCAP
2022

Detailed Comparison

Electric Range

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
80 km
Best Value
Kia Sportage V
68 km

Fuel Consumption

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
0.9 L/100km
Best Value
Kia Sportage V
1.2 L/100km

Battery Capacity

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
18.3 kWh
Best Value
Kia Sportage V
13.8 kWh

Power

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
218 HP
Kia Sportage V
252 HP
Best Value

Engine Displacement

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
1.5 L
Kia Sportage V
1.6 L

CO₂ Emissions

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
30 g/km
Best Value
Kia Sportage V
36 g/km

AC Charge Time

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
3h
Best Value
Kia Sportage V
3.2h

DC Charge Time

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
35 min
Best Value
Kia Sportage V
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Trunk Volume

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
425 L
Kia Sportage V
540 L
Best Value

Seats

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
5
Kia Sportage V
5

Warranty

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
6 years
Kia Sportage V
7 years
Best Value

Euro NCAP Rating

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost
5/5
Best Value
Kia Sportage V
5/5
🗺️EUROPEAN REAL-WORLD ROUTE BENCHMARKS

Germany 🇩🇪 & France 🇫🇷 Popular Routes Comparison

Visual side-by-side simulation across flat highway corridors and hilly Alpine passes—showing exact ICE transition kilometer, downhill regenerative recovery, and total trip energy cost.

Select Benchmark Route (Flat & Hilly):
🇩🇪

Munich → Garmisch-Partenkirchen

A95 / B2 • Bavyera Alpleri

Classic Bavarian Alps benchmark climbing from Munich (520m) over the 885m Eschenlohe crest before descending into Garmisch (708m). Tests uphill battery load, weight penalty, and downhill regen recovery.

Distance
90 km
Highway Pace
110 km/h
Ascent / Descent
+500m / -312m
Local Tariffs (DE)
⚡0.36€ • ⛽1.78€
BYD Seal U DM-i Boost (18.3 kWh)
⚡ #1

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

🔋 16 kWh net (80 km WLTP)LFP🔥 PTC Heater
Open in Simulator+12.6 km more pure EV driving💶 -1.37 € lower trip cost
Route Drive Mode Split (EV vs HEV)⚡→⛽ Petrol Engine Start:Km 49.9(Alt: 658m)
59% EV
41% HEV
Pure Electric (EV):53.3 km
Hybrid / Petrol (HEV):36.7 km
Electricity Used
12.8 kWh
24 kWh/100km
♻️Downhill Regen Bonus
+0.1 kWh
~+0.5 km EV bonus
Petrol Consumed
1.7 L
1.9 L/100km
💶Total Trip Energy Cost
7.64 €
⚡4.61€ + ⛽3.03€
Kia Sportage V
🟣 #2

Kia Sportage V

🔋 11.6 kWh net (68 km WLTP)NMC🔥 PTC Heater
Open in Simulator
Route Drive Mode Split (EV vs HEV)⚡→⛽ Petrol Engine Start:Km 37.4(Alt: 612m)
45% EV
55% HEV
Pure Electric (EV):40.7 km
Hybrid / Petrol (HEV):49.3 km
Electricity Used
9.2 kWh
22.5 kWh/100km
♻️Downhill Regen Bonus
+0 kWh
~+0 km EV bonus
Petrol Consumed
3.2 L
3.6 L/100km
💶Total Trip Energy Cost
9.01 €
⚡3.31€ + ⛽5.70€

⛰️Route Elevation Profile & Terrain Slope Telemetry

Altitude gains/descents, gravity potential energy, and regenerative battery recovery along the journey.

🎯BYD Seal U DM-i BoostEV: 0–49.9 km (%20)HEV: 49.9–71.3 km♻️⚡Regen EV: Km 71.3+ (+3.3 km)Descent (Regenerative Charging)Climb (High Power Draw)
Total Ascent
+500 m
Max Incline: %4.2
Total Descent
-312 m
End Elevation: 708 m
🏔️Peak Elevation
885 m
@ Km 68
Regenerated Energy
+0.1 kWh⚡ Max +1.7 kW
~+0.5 km EV bonus⚡ Full Regen
Terrain Net Impact
+2 kWh
Ekstra yerçekimi tüketimi
🌦️
Dynamic Route Weather & Microclimate CorridorΔT 2.4°C

HVAC draw, air density (ρ), and BMS cold regen limits adapt dynamically to altitude and microclimate at every kilometer.

Munich🌡️ 16°C⛰️ 520m
→
Summit (Km 68)🌡️ 13.6°C⛰️ 885m
→
Garmisch-Partenkirchen🌡️ 14.8°C⛰️ 708m
👁️1-Click Show / Hide:
500m550m600m650m700m750m800m850m900m0 km23 km45 km68 km90 km▲ 885m • 13.6°C⚡ BYD Seal U DM-…: Km 49.9658m • %20 Buffer♻️→⚡ Km 71.3+3.3 km Regen EV🟣 Kia Sportage V: Km 37.4
Open Route in Full Interactive Map Simulator

Explore live map polylines, custom speeds, and full telemetry

Munich → Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Strengths

Specs & verified owner feedback

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost7 highlights
Specification Strengths: Electric Range, Fuel Consumption, Battery Capacity, CO₂ Emissions, AC Charge Time, DC Charge Time, Euro NCAP Rating
Owner Forum & Test Highlights
  • ✓Puncture-resistant LFP Blade battery: minimal fire risk and safe daily 100% charging
  • ✓Ultra-quiet, vibration-free and smooth electric drive at urban and suburban speeds
  • ✓Loaded standard luxury (ventilated seats, panoramic roof, 360 camera) for entry Tiguan price
Kia Sportage V3 highlights
Specification Strengths: Power, Trunk Volume, Warranty

Weaknesses

Trade-offs & chronic forum issues

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost3 drawbacks
Specification Drawbacks: Power, Trunk Volume, Warranty
Owner Complaints & Chronic Notes
  • ⚠Soft suspension tuning induces vertical floating/body roll on undulating motorways (120–140 km/h)
  • ⚠Audible 1.5L atmospheric engine drone under kickdown or prolonged steep climbs
  • ⚠Spare parts supply bottlenecks: 30 to 60 day wait times reported for body/electronic components
Kia Sportage V7 drawbacks
Specification Drawbacks: Electric Range, Fuel Consumption, Battery Capacity, CO₂ Emissions, AC Charge Time, DC Charge Time, Euro NCAP Rating
PHEV Intelligence Verdict

Community & Road Test Verdict: Which One Should You Buy?

Real-world buying guidance based on owner forum telemetry, long-term feedback, and ownership costs.

Value & Urban Efficiency Champion

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

Ideal Use Case: Daily urban commuting, standard luxury features, and maximum value-for-money.
  • ✓Rapid DC charging support for practical top-ups on road trips.
  • ✓Feature-loaded standard specification (ventilated seats, 360 camera) and supreme equipment-per-euro ratio.
Motorway Composure & Trusted Heritage

Kia Sportage V

Ideal Use Case: Frequent motorway road trips, composed chassis dynamics, and proven secondary market resale.
  • ✓Decades of European parts logistics, immediate repair turnaround, and strong residual value.
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Bottom Line: If your priority is urban commuting with zero fuel burn and maximum luxury toys, the newer high-capacity PHEV excels; for frequent cross-country motorway tours and worry-free secondary market resale, established European chassis maturity takes the win.
Video Comparison & Test Drive

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Best Value

Highlighted cells indicate the best value in each category. Lower values are better for consumption and emissions. Higher values are better for range, power, and capacity.