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BYD SEAL U DM-i or Hyundai TUCSON?

What are the main differences between the BYD SEAL U DM-i and the Hyundai TUCSON?

Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.

BYD SEAL U DM-i

From-price
€39,620 (price list 1 January 2026)
Body type
SUV
Powertrain
Plug-in hybrid
Range (WLTP)
870–1,080 km
Power
160–238 kW
Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
not confirmed in an official source
Boot space
425 litres
Euro NCAP
5 of 5 stars (2023)
Versions in the price list
4

Hyundai TUCSON

From-price
€44,995 (price list 19 October 2026)
Body type
SUV
Powertrain
Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
Electric range (WLTP)
62.9–66.6 km
Power
174.7–211.4 kW
Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
not confirmed in an official source
Boot space
616 litres
Euro NCAP
5 of 5 stars (2021)
Versions in the price list
22

How do the versions of the BYD SEAL U DM-i and the Hyundai TUCSON compare?

The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.

Comparison of BYD SEAL U DM-i SEAL U DM-i Boost (Euro 6.e-bis), BYD SEAL U DM-i SEAL U DM-i Boost (Euro 6.e), Hyundai TUCSON TUCSON 1.6 T-GDI PHEV 2WD Pure Edition: price, specifications and computed costs
FeatureBYD SEAL U DM-i SEAL U DM-i Boost (Euro 6.e-bis)BYD SEAL U DM-i SEAL U DM-i Boost (Euro 6.e)Hyundai TUCSON TUCSON 1.6 T-GDI PHEV 2WD Pure Edition
Price
List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026€39,620Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 1 January 2026€39,620Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 1 January 2026€44,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 19 October 2026
Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026€38,620€38,620€43,950
Specifications
PowertrainFrom the version’s price list. Source: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026Plug-in hybrid, Front-wheel drivePlug-in hybrid, Front-wheel drivePlug-in hybrid, Front-wheel drive
PowerdiffersSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026160 kW (217 hp)160 kW (217 hp)211.4 kW (288 hp)
0-100 km/hdiffersSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 20268.9 s8.9 s7.5 s
Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 20261,080 km2.2 l/100 km1,080 km0.7 l/100 km66.6 km electric1.38 l/100 km
Battery capacity (net)differsSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 202618.3 kWh18.3 kWhnot confirmed in an official source
AC chargingdiffersSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 202611 kW11 kW7.2 kW
DC fast charging (max.)differsSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 202618 kW18 kWnot confirmed in an official source
Fast charging 10-80 %No confirmed sourcenot confirmed in an official sourcenot confirmed in an official sourcenot confirmed in an official source
Kerb weightdiffersSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 20262,015 kg2,015 kg1,850 kg
Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026750 kg750 kg1,210 kg
Boot spacediffersSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026425 l425 l616 l
Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 20264,775 × 1,890 × 1,670 mm4,775 × 1,890 × 1,670 mm4,525 × 1,865 × 1,650 mm
Euro NCAPdiffersEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, 6 December 2023; Euro NCAP, 27 October 20215 of 5 stars (2023)5 of 5 stars (2023)5 of 5 stars (2021)
Costs (computed)
Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-28, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026€708€8,496 a year on €38,620€708€8,496 a year on €38,620€806€9,669 a year on €43,950
Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026€360 – €394all provinces, 2026€360 – €394all provinces, 2026€307 – €335all provinces, 2026
Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl), 1 January 2026; Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026€5.262.2 l/100 km€1.670.7 l/100 km€3.301.38 l/100 km

When do you choose the BYD SEAL U DM-i and when the Hyundai TUCSON?

Choose the BYD SEAL U DM-i if…

  • You want a large, well-equipped family SUV that can do daily trips on electricity and does not need a charger on long trips.
  • Rear legroom and a big boot (425 to 1,440 l) matter more to you than sporty handling.
  • You want to tow up to 1,300 kg and choose the Design AWD for it.

From our review of the BYD SEAL U DM-i

Choose the Hyundai TUCSON if…

  • you want a roomy, comfortable SUV for family or company use;
  • you can charge at home or at work and drive many short trips (plug-in, 62.9 to 66.6 km electric);
  • you want a hybrid with 238 hp (hybrid) or 288 hp (plug-in);

From our review of the Hyundai TUCSON

These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.

What do the BYD SEAL U DM-i and the Hyundai TUCSON cost per month?

Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each

In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the BYD SEAL U DM-i costs per month: fuel about €66 (WLTP consumption 2.2 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)) and road tax €120 – €131 depending on the province, together €186 – €197 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance. For a plug-in hybrid only the stated WLTP consumption is priced; the other part of the driving (electricity or fuel) is not in it.

In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Hyundai TUCSON costs per month: fuel about €41 (WLTP consumption 1.4 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)) and road tax €102 – €112 depending on the province, together €144 – €153 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance. For a plug-in hybrid only the stated WLTP consumption is priced; the other part of the driving (electricity or fuel) is not in it.

Monthly costs of the BYD SEAL U DM-i and the Hyundai TUCSON in the example scenario
ModelElectricity or fuelRoad taxTogether (excl. depreciation, insurance, maintenance)
BYD SEAL U DM-iSEAL U DM-i Boost (Euro 6.e-bis)€66€120 – €131€186 – €197
Hyundai TUCSONTUCSON 1.6 T-GDI PHEV 2WD Pure Edition€41€102 – €112€144 – €153

Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.

Are there used BYD SEAL U DM-i or Hyundai TUCSON cars for sale?

Frequently asked questions

What do the BYD SEAL U DM-i and the Hyundai TUCSON cost?

The BYD SEAL U DM-i costs from €39,620 (price list 1 January 2026) and the Hyundai TUCSON from €44,995 (price list 19 October 2026).

How big is the boot of the BYD SEAL U DM-i and the Hyundai TUCSON?

The boot of the BYD SEAL U DM-i holds 425 litres and the Hyundai TUCSON 616 litres.

How safe are the BYD SEAL U DM-i and the Hyundai TUCSON according to Euro NCAP?

The BYD SEAL U DM-i scored 5 of 5 stars (2023 test) and the Hyundai TUCSON 5 of 5 stars (2021 test). The test years differ.

Where can you read more about the BYD SEAL U DM-i and the Hyundai TUCSON?

Other comparisons

Sources

  1. RDW (Open Data): Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe BYD-personenauto's 2026 (t/m 2026-10-24) per handelsbenaming (SoQL-query) (checked on 26 October 2026)
  2. BYD Europe B.V. (byd.com/nl): Prijslijst BYD SEAL U DM-i - prijzen en specificaties per 1 januari 2026 (bestand V1.2 08-04-2026) (document date 1 January 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
  3. Euro NCAP: BYD SEAL-U - Euro NCAP 2023 safety rating (rating published 2023-12-06; PHEV variants added 2024-09-11) (document date 6 December 2023, checked on 26 October 2026)
  4. RDW (Open Data): Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Hyundai personenauto's 2026 per handelsbenaming (SoQL-query) (checked on 26 October 2026)
  5. RDW (Open Data): Gekentekende voertuigen: zitplaatsen en catalogusprijs-bereik per Hyundai-model, nieuw 2026 (SoQL-query) (checked on 26 October 2026)
  6. Hyundai Motor Netherlands: Hyundai TUCSON (MY27) & Business Editions (MY27) - Prijslijst per 19 oktober 2026 (document date 19 October 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
  7. Euro NCAP: Hyundai TUCSON 2021 safety rating (document date 27 October 2021, checked on 26 October 2026)

Is a value missing? Then we could not confirm it in an official source. Read how we work.