BYD Seal U vs MG HS
Boost 1.5 DM-i Auto Hybrid Automatic
Change versionSE 1.5 T-GDI Petrol Manual
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Choosing between the BYD Seal U and the MG HS comes down to what you want from an affordable family SUV. Both give you plenty of space, lots of standard equipment and sleek styling, but they go about daily driving in different ways. The BYD Seal U brings a smooth and refined hybrid engine and a generous equipment list, though its ride can feel unsettled around town. Meanwhile, the MG HS offers a smart interior and a very roomy boot, though its infotainment system relies too heavily on the touchscreen and the petrol engine is not especially efficient.
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Choose it for
- Its smooth and refined hybrid engine and a very generous equipment list that includes a panoramic sunroof and ventilated front seats.
Worth knowing
- The suspension can struggle to settle around town, shuffling over broken surfaces and rocking through corners.
Choose it for
- Its roomy cabin, great boot space and a handsome interior that looks much more expensive than the price tag suggests.
Worth knowing
- The infotainment system is sluggish to respond and relies too heavily on the touchscreen for simple adjustments.
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Standard kit
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Tow hitch
A fitted towbar for pulling a trailer, caravan or bike rack.
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Android auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
Key information
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Hybrid | Available fuel types Petrol |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 425 litres - 3 suitcases | Boot space, seats up 507 litres - 4 suitcases Best |
| Boot space, seats down 1,440 litres | Boot space, seats down 1,484 litres Best |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,775 mm x 1,890 mm x 1,670 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,670 mm x 1,890 mm x ?? mm |
| Towing capacity 750 kg | Towing capacity 1,500 kg Best |
| First year tax rate £115 Best | First year tax rate £1,410 |
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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| Battery size 18.3 kWh | Battery size — |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 1.5 DM-i Auto | Engine name 1.5 T-GDI |
| Engine size 1.5 L Hybrid • 218 BHP | Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 169 BHP |
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Hybrid | Fuel type Petrol |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Manual |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
| Forward gears 1 | Forward gears 6 |
| Acceleration 8.9 s (0-60 mph) Best | Acceleration 9.4 s (0-60 mph) |
| Battery size 18.3 kWh | Battery size — |
Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 425 litres | Boot (seats up) 507 litres Best |
| Boot (seats down) 1,440 litres | Boot (seats down) 1,484 litres Best |
| Length 4,775 mm | Length 4,670 mm |
| Width 1,890 mm | Width 1,890 mm |
| Height 1,670 mm | Height — |
| Wheelbase 2.77 m | Wheelbase 2.77 m |
| Turning circle 5.5 m | Turning circle 11.3 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.