Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC vs BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC 7.9 s Runner-up: 8.7 s
Range winner BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort 80 km Runner-up: 64 km
Power winner Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC 248 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC 464 L Runner-up: 425 L
Price winner BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort $35,900 Runner-up: $44,790

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.9 seconds, compared with 8.7 seconds for 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC has the higher listed output at 248 hp; 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 30 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC at 450 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 64 km for 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC. 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the lower recorded consumption at 1.4 L/100km; 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC is listed at 2.0 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 464 litres versus 425 litres, a difference of 39 litres. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC carries the higher towing rating at 1,588 kg, while 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is listed at 750 kg. 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is 65 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 $44,790 for 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC2025 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort2024
Performance
0-100 km/h7.9 s8.7 s
Top Speed135 km/h170 km/h
Power248 hp218 hp
Torque450 Nm300 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range64 km80 km
Battery20 kWh18.3 kWh
Fuel Tank56 L50 L
Efficiency2 L/100km1.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions46 g/km32 g/km
DC Charging50 kW—
Size & Capacity
Length4,710 mm4,775 mm
Ground Clearance203 mm175 mm
Cargo464 L425 L
Curb Weight2,035 kg1,850 kg
Towing1,588 kg750 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle11.0 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$44,790$35,900

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC vs BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.9 seconds, versus 8.7 seconds for 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the higher listed top speed at 170 km/h (106 mph), compared with 135 km/h (84 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC has more power at 248 hp, a 30 hp advantage over 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort.

Which has more range, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC 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 64 km (40 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC has the larger listed battery at 20.0 kWh, compared with 18.3 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC has more listed cargo space at 464 litres (16.4 cu ft), versus 425 litres (15.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,588 kg (3,501 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC is heavier at 2,035 kg (4,486 lb), while 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is listed at 1,850 kg (4,079 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC 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 $44,790 USD for 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC 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.