Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 8.2 s Runner-up: 8.7 s
Range winner BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort 80 km Runner-up: 70 km
Power winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 265 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 540 L Runner-up: 425 L
Price winner BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort $35,900 Runner-up: $39,990

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV 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

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.2 seconds, compared with 8.7 seconds for 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV 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 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD at 350 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 70 km for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the lower recorded consumption at 1.4 L/100km; 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is listed at 1.6 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

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 425 litres, a difference of 115 litres. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV 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 260 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 $39,990 for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV 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.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Kia Sportage PHEV AWD2026 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort2024
Performance
0-100 km/h8.2 s8.7 s
Top Speed180 km/h170 km/h
Power265 hp218 hp
Torque350 Nm300 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range70 km80 km
Battery13.8 kWh18.3 kWh
Fuel Tank54 L50 L
Efficiency1.6 L/100km1.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions36 g/km32 g/km
DC Charging50 kW—
Size & Capacity
Length4,515 mm4,775 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm175 mm
Cargo540 L425 L
Curb Weight1,870 kg1,850 kg
Towing1,350 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$39,990$35,900

Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.2 seconds, versus 8.7 seconds for 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed top speed at 180 km/h (112 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has more power at 265 hp, a 47 hp advantage over 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort.

Which has more range, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV 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 70 km (43 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV 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 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has more listed cargo space at 540 litres (19.1 cu ft), versus 425 litres (15.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV 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 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is heavier at 1,870 kg (4,123 lb), while 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is listed at 1,850 kg (4,079 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV 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 $39,990 USD for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV 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.