Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD vs BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD 8.5 s Runner-up: 8.7 s
Range winner BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort 80 km Runner-up: 62 km
Power winner Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD 265 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD 558 L Runner-up: 425 L
Price winner BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort $35,900 Runner-up: $40,150

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD against the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.5 seconds, compared with 8.7 seconds for 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort. 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the higher listed output at 265 hp; 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 47 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD at 367 Nm and 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort at 300 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort carries the longer listed range at 80 km, against 62 km for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the lower recorded consumption at 1.2 L/100km; 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is listed at 1.4 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 558 litres versus 425 litres, a difference of 133 litres. 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,350 kg, while 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is listed at 750 kg. 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is 275 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the lower listed starting price at $35,900, compared with $40,150 for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD2025 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort2024
Performance
0-100 km/h8.5 s8.7 s
Top Speed191 km/h170 km/h
Power265 hp218 hp
Torque367 Nm300 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range62 km80 km
Battery13.8 kWh18.3 kWh
Fuel Tank42 L50 L
Efficiency1.2 L/100km1.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions27 g/km32 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,500 mm4,775 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm175 mm
Cargo558 L425 L
Curb Weight1,990 kg1,850 kg
Towing1,350 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$40,150$35,900

Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD vs BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.5 seconds, versus 8.7 seconds for 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the higher listed top speed at 191 km/h (119 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has more power at 265 hp, a 47 hp advantage over 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort.

Which has more range, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the longer listed range at 80 km (50 miles), versus 62 km (39 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the larger listed battery at 18.3 kWh, compared with 13.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has more listed cargo space at 558 litres (19.7 cu ft), versus 425 litres (15.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,350 kg (2,976 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD is heavier at 1,990 kg (4,387 lb), while 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is listed at 1,850 kg (4,079 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $35,900 USD, compared with $40,150 USD for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.