BYD Seal vs MG ZS EV: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: BYD Seal vs MG ZS EV. 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 wins this head-to-head
It wins 6 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 5 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | Seal | ZS EV |
|---|---|---|
| Range Seal wins | 570 km | 440 km |
| Battery Seal wins | 82.5 kWh | 72.6 kWh |
| Efficiency Seal wins | 14.6 kWh/100km | 17.5 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Seal wins | 3.8 s | 8.6 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% Seal wins | ~25 min | ~40 min |
| Seats tie | 5 | 5 |
| Price ZS EV wins | $42,000 | $28,000 |
| Rating Seal wins | 4.5 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $329/yr | $394/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | Seal | ZS EV |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 82.5 kWh (LFP Blade) | 72.6 kWh |
| Range | 570 km (WLTP) | 440 km (WLTP) |
| Top speed | 180 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Power | AWD · 523 hp | FWD · 156 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 8.6 s |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~25 min | ~40 min |
| Drive | Dual motor AWD | FWD |
| Efficiency | 14.6 kWh/100 km | 17.5 kWh/100 km |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo | 400 L | 448 L |
| V2L | Yes | — |
BYD Seal
Pros
- Class-leading value
- Fast, fun to drive
- Safe LFP battery
- Long real-world range
Cons
- Firm ride on 19" wheels
- Infotainment can feel busy
- No roof rail option
- Charging network varies by market
MG ZS EV
Pros
- Excellent value
- Long range
- Practical cabin
- Good ride comfort
Cons
- Slow DC charging
- Mushy steering
- Modest performance
- Dated screen software
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Seal really better than MG ZS EV?
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, BYD Seal or MG ZS EV?
570 km vs 440 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 $329/yr for the BYD Seal and $394/yr for the MG ZS EV.
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