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BYD Seal vs Leapmotor C10
Selected trimDesignChange trim354 mi · 82.5 kWh · £45,730
Selected trimStandard262 mi · 69.9 kWh · £36,500
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD Seal leads on motorway range, family practicality and running costs, while the Leapmotor C10 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD Seal if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.3p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BYD Seal leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
BYD
6.3
Leapmotor
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
3.1
Leapmotor
2.1
FamilyBYD
BYD
6.7
Leapmotor
6.1
Cost Per MileBYD
BYD
3.4
Leapmotor
0.9
City Driving
BYD
3.6
Leapmotor
3.2
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BYD Seal
Design
- 92 miles more WLTP range
- 66 kW faster rapid charging
- 70 kW more power
- 1.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 31 Wh/km more efficient
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £45,730 | £36,500 (better) |
| Official range | 354 miles (better) | 262 miles |
| Boot space | 400 L | 435 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 37 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD Seal
Leapmotor C10
Length
BYD Seal4,800mm
Leapmotor C104,739mm-61mm
Width
BYD Seal1,875mm-25mm
Leapmotor C101,900mm
Height
BYD Seal1,460mm-220mm
Leapmotor C101,680mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,875 mm (better) | 1,900 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,150 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 525 mm spare (better) | 500 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 (better) | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L | 435 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1410 L |
| Frunk | 53 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BYD Seal
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 11.2 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of saloon EVs in our database.
Leapmotor C10
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD Seal Design |  Leapmotor C10 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.80m | 4.74m-61mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.90m+25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.15m | Not available |
| Height | 1.46m | 1.68m+220mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.92m | 2.83m-95mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L | 435L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1410L |
| Frunk | 53L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,055kg | 1,980kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 82.5kWh (better) | 69.9kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 354 mi (better) | 262 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 84kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £45,730 | £36,500 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 354 miles (better) | 262 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 244 miles (better) | 175 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 37 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 84 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Energy consumption | 166 Wh/km (better) | 197 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 82.5 kWh (better) | 69.9 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
| Power | 230 kW (better) | 160 kW |
| Torque | 360 Nm (better) | 320 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD Seal
Design
Leapmotor C10
Base
Watch the reviews
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BYD Seal
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £30,677 | £23,290 |
| Average used price | £31,449 | £25,030 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 16 listings (better) | 4 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £14,281 below new | £11,470 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 1.4% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BYD Seal Design
Tested 2023
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Leapmotor C10 Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range, dealer & service support. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
BYD Seal
Design
Owners love
- Owners rate the Seal as excellent value: equipment and performance comparable with Mercedes or BMW for far less, with no option-pack creep.
- It is quick (the Excellence especially), quiet and comfortable on long journeys, with good rear seats and space.
- The exterior design and well-built interior impress, and owners prefer the interior to a Tesla Model 3's.
Watch out for
- Driver-assistance warnings and lane-keeping are intrusive and often need turning off at every start.
- Winter range falls to about 200-250 miles, and 150 kW peak charging is only average.
- Too many functions are in the touchscreen, which can be laggy.
Owner tips
- Charge to 100% when you need it: the LFP battery is designed for it.
- Turn down the safety-system alert volume and set your preferred assists at the start of each drive.
Leapmotor C10
Base
Owners love
- Owners rate the C10 as outstanding value: big, comfortable and loaded with equipment (panoramic roof, heated and ventilated seats, a strong stereo, 360-degree cameras).
- It is quiet and relaxing to drive, with a soft ride suited to family use and good one-pedal driving.
- Efficiency is good around town (about 4-4.4 miles per kWh), with around 210-220 miles of mixed-use range in mild weather.
Watch out for
- The driver-assistance warnings and lane-keeping are intrusive and the adaptive cruise control is jerky.
- There is no native Apple CarPlay or Android Auto; owners add a cheap aftermarket adapter, with mixed results.
- Insurance can be hard to find: several large insurers will not cover the car and quotes vary widely.
Owner tips
- Map your preferred driver-assist settings to the steering-wheel button after the latest software update.
- Get insurance quotes before you commit, and try several insurers.
Buying options
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BYD Seal
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Leapmotor C10
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BYD Seal
- £30,6992025Car360View
- £29,6822025Car360View
- £29,6722025Car360View
Leapmotor C10
- £25,2992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Seal worth the extra £9,230 over the Leapmotor C10?
The BYD Seal costs £9,230 more than the Leapmotor C10. For that premium it adds 92 miles more WLTP range, 66 kW faster peak rapid charging and 70 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BYD Seal comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD Seal or the Leapmotor C10?
The Leapmotor C10 is £9,230 cheaper to buy. The BYD Seal is cheaper to charge, roughly £184 a year versus £216 for the Leapmotor C10, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Leapmotor C10 comes out roughly £9,070 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BYD Seal and Leapmotor C10 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 244 miles for the BYD Seal and 175 miles for the Leapmotor C10 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD Seal goes roughly 70 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-37 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD Seal or the Leapmotor C10?
The two are within 25 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD Seal and about 500 mm of total clearance for the Leapmotor C10.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD Seal or the Leapmotor C10?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD Seal and 90% for the Leapmotor C10. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .