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

MG HS II 1.5T

MG HS II 1.5T

2025 • SUV

Adult Occupant

92%

Child Occupant

83%

Pedestrian

74%

Safety Assist

78%

5/5

Euro NCAP

2022

Detailed Comparison

Specification

BYD

Seal U DM-i Boost

MG

HS II 1.5T

Electric Range

80 km

120 km

Best Value

Fuel Consumption

0.9 L/100km

0.5 L/100km

Best Value

Battery Capacity

18.3 kWh

23.2 kWh

Best Value

Power

218 HP

299 HP

Best Value

Engine Displacement

1.5 L

1.5 L

CO₂ Emissions

30 g/km

12 g/km

Best Value

AC Charge Time

3h

Best Value

4h

DC Charge Time

35 min

Best Value

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Trunk Volume

425 L

507 L

Best Value

Seats

5

5

Warranty

6 years

Best Value

3 years

Euro NCAP Rating

5/5

Best Value

5/5

Electric Range

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

80 km

MG HS II 1.5T

120 km

Best Value

Fuel Consumption

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

0.9 L/100km

MG HS II 1.5T

0.5 L/100km

Best Value

Battery Capacity

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

18.3 kWh

MG HS II 1.5T

23.2 kWh

Best Value

Power

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

218 HP

MG HS II 1.5T

299 HP

Best Value

Engine Displacement

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

1.5 L

MG HS II 1.5T

1.5 L

CO₂ Emissions

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

30 g/km

MG HS II 1.5T

12 g/km

Best Value

AC Charge Time

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

3h

Best Value

MG HS II 1.5T

4h

DC Charge Time

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

35 min

Best Value

MG HS II 1.5T

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Trunk Volume

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

425 L

MG HS II 1.5T

507 L

Best Value

Seats

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

5

MG HS II 1.5T

5

Warranty

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

6 years

Best Value

MG HS II 1.5T

3 years

Euro NCAP Rating

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost

5/5

Best Value

MG HS II 1.5T

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💶 -0.12 € 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€

MG HS II 1.5T

🟣 #2

MG HS II 1.5T

🔋 19.5 kWh net (120 km WLTP)NMC🔥 PTC Heater

Open in Simulator+8.6 km more pure EV driving

Route Drive Mode Split (EV vs HEV)⚡→⛽ Petrol Engine Start:Km 58.5(Alt: 748m)

69% EV

31% HEV

Pure Electric (EV):61.9 km

Hybrid / Petrol (HEV):28.1 km

Electricity Used

15.6 kWh

25.2 kWh/100km

♻️Downhill Regen Bonus

+0.1 kWh

~+0.5 km EV bonus

Petrol Consumed

1.2 L

1.3 L/100km

💶Total Trip Energy Cost

7.76 €

⚡5.62€ + ⛽2.14€

⛰️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:

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 Boost4 highlights

Specification Strengths: AC Charge Time, DC Charge Time, Warranty, 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

MG HS II 1.5T6 highlights

Specification Strengths: Electric Range, Fuel Consumption, Battery Capacity, Power, CO₂ Emissions, Trunk Volume

Owner Forum & Test Highlights

✓Massive 21.4 kWh battery delivering 120 km WLTP electric range for pure EV daily commuting
✓Punchy 1.5 Turbo engine with 2-speed DHT providing 272–307 HP responsive acceleration
✓Established European dealer network, central parts logistics, and 7-year / 150,000 km warranty

Weaknesses

Trade-offs & chronic forum issues

BYD Seal U DM-i Boost6 drawbacks

Specification Drawbacks: Electric Range, Fuel Consumption, Battery Capacity, Power, CO₂ Emissions, Trunk Volume

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

MG HS II 1.5T4 drawbacks

Specification Drawbacks: AC Charge Time, DC Charge Time, Warranty, Euro NCAP Rating

Owner Complaints & Chronic Notes

⚠NMC battery chemistry requires a disciplined 20%-80% charging routine for longevity
⚠No DC fast charging capability (limited to 7 kW AC charging)
⚠Moderate body roll in spirited cornering with light steering feedback

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.

Value & Urban Efficiency Champion

MG HS II 1.5T

Ideal Use Case: Daily urban commuting, standard luxury features, and maximum value-for-money.

✓Maximized electric-only daily driving with generous usable battery capacity.
✓Feature-loaded standard specification (ventilated seats, 360 camera) and supreme equipment-per-euro ratio.

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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

BYD Seal U DM-i vs MG HS PHEV (2026) - Który rodzinny SUV plug-in wybrać?

Channel: Sefa Kandemir

BYD Seal U DM-i ile MG HS PHEV'in kıyasıya mücadele ettiği sohbet tadında Kim Kazanacak X Large sizlerle! Her ikisi de Çinli olan BYD ile MG'nin aynı segmentte yer alıp birbirlerinin rakibi olan Seal U DM-i ile HS PHEV, şarj edilebilir hibrit motor deneyimini kullanıcılarına sunuyor. Tamamen elektrikli menzilde 100 km'nin üstünde sürüş menzili ile yine oldukça rekabetçi olan Seal U DM-i ile HS PHEV 1.5 litre içten yanmalı motora sahip.

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.