Volvo EX30 vs BYD Seal 06 GT: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: Volvo EX30 vs BYD Seal 06 GT. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
BYD Seal 06 GT wins this head-to-head
It wins 5 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 4 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | EX30 | Seal 06 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Range Seal 06 GT wins | 475 km | 500 km |
| Battery Seal 06 GT wins | 69 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Efficiency Seal 06 GT wins | 16.7 kWh/100km | 16 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Seal 06 GT wins | 5.7 s | 4.9 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% EX30 wins | ~26 min | ~30 min |
| Seats tie | 5 | 5 |
| Price Seal 06 GT wins | $36,000 | $27,000 |
| Rating tie | 4.5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $376/yr | $360/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | EX30 | Seal 06 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 69 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Range | 475 km (WLTP) | 500 km (CLTC) |
| Top speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Power | RWD · 272 hp | RWD · 326 hp / AWD · 517 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 s | 4.9 s (AWD) |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~26 min (153kW) | ~30 min |
| Drive | RWD | RWD / Dual motor AWD |
| Efficiency | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 16.0 kWh/100 km |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo | 318 L | 430 L |
Volvo EX30
Pros
- Quick and fun
- Premium cabin
- Great price
- Top-notch safety
Cons
- Small boot
- Cramped rear seats
- Everything on the touchscreen
- Firm low-speed ride
BYD Seal 06 GT
Pros
- Great value
- Blade battery safety
- Fun to drive
- Good tech
Cons
- Average charging speed
- No NACS port
- Firm ride
- Tight headroom
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Seal 06 GT really better than Volvo EX30?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, Volvo EX30 or BYD Seal 06 GT?
475 km vs 500 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $376/yr for the Volvo EX30 and $360/yr for the BYD Seal 06 GT.
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