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BYD Seal vs Vauxhall Grandland
Selected trimDesignChange trim354 mi · 82.5 kWh · £45,730
Selected trimDesignChange trim325 mi · 73 kWh · £37,355
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD Seal leads on running costs, while the Vauxhall Grandland leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD Seal if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.3p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Vauxhall Grandland if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Vauxhall Grandland edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
BYD
6.3
Vauxhall
6.6
Too close to call
Motorway Range
BYD
3.1
Vauxhall
3.4
Too close to call
Family
BYD
6.7
Vauxhall
7.1
Too close to call
ChargingVauxhall
BYD
2.4
Vauxhall
4.8
Cost Per MileBYD
BYD
3.4
Vauxhall
2.7
City Driving
BYD
3.6
Vauxhall
3.6
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £45,730 | £37,355 (better) |
| Official range | 354 miles (better) | 325 miles |
| Boot space | 400 L | 550 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 37 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 9 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD Seal
Vauxhall Grandland
Length
BYD Seal4,800mm
Vauxhall Grandland4,650mm-150mm
Width
BYD Seal1,875mm-233mm
Vauxhall Grandland2,108mm
Height
BYD Seal1,460mm-201mm
Vauxhall Grandland1,661mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,650 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,875 mm (better) | 2,108 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,150 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,661 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m | 10.9 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 525 mm spare (better) | 292 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 (better) | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L | 550 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1645 L |
| Frunk | 53 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,200 kg (better) |
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.
Vauxhall Grandland
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD Seal Design |  Vauxhall Grandland Design |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.80m | 4.65m-150mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 2.11m+233mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.15m | Not available |
| Height | 1.46m | 1.66m+201mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.92m | 2.79m-126mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L | 550L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1645L |
| Frunk | 53L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 10.9m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,055kg (better) | 2,207kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 82.5kWh (better) | 73kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 354 mi (better) | 325 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £45,730 | £37,355 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £45,730 (not eligible) | £35,855 (-£1,500) |
| 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 | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 354 miles (better) | 325 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 244 miles (better) | 220 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 37 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 166 Wh/km (better) | 172 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 82.5 kWh (better) | 73 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 9 sec |
| Power | 230 kW (better) | 157 kW |
| Torque | 360 Nm (better) | 345 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD Seal
Design
Vauxhall Grandland
Design
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BYD Seal
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £30,677 | £21,995 |
| Average used price | £31,449 | £22,012 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 16 listings (better) | 8 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £14,281 below new | £15,343 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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Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
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 - Vauxhall Grandland Design
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD SealDesign | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
BYD Seal
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Grandland
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BYD Seal
- £29,6822025Car360View
- £30,6992025Car360View
- £29,6722025Car360View
Vauxhall Grandland
- £21,9952025EVHEROView
- £23,8822025Car360View
- £22,0122024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Seal worth the extra £8,375 over the Vauxhall Grandland?
The BYD Seal costs £8,375 more than the Vauxhall Grandland. For that premium it adds 29 miles more WLTP range, 73 kW more power and a 3.1s quicker 0-62mph time. The Vauxhall Grandland is not just cheaper - it also offers 150 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Vauxhall Grandland comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD Seal or the Vauxhall Grandland?
The Vauxhall Grandland is £8,375 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £184 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Grandland comes out roughly £8,335 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 Vauxhall Grandland like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 244 miles for the BYD Seal and 220 miles for the Vauxhall Grandland - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD Seal goes roughly 24 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 Vauxhall Grandland?
The BYD Seal is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 233 mm narrower than the Vauxhall Grandland. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD Seal and about 292 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Grandland.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD Seal or the Vauxhall Grandland?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD Seal and 84% for the Vauxhall Grandland. That gives the BYD Seal a modest edge in retained real-world range. The BYD Seal's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Vauxhall Grandland's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .