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BYD Seal vs MG IM5
Two saloon cars at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The MG IM5 is £235 cheaper than the BYD Seal (£45,495 against £45,730).
- The MG IM5 goes further: about 325 miles against 295 in typical real-world driving.
- The BYD Seal is more efficient (3.6 against 3.3 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The BYD Seal has the bigger boot: 557 litres against 475.
Side by side
| BYD Seal 82.5 kWh RWD | MG IM5 Long Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £45,730 | £45,495 |
| Real-world range | 295 mi | 325 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | – |
| Cold motorway range | 215 mi | – |
| Efficiency | 3.6 mi/kWh | 3.3 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 82.5 kWh | 96.5 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 150 kW | up to 396 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 36 min | – |
| AC charging | 11 kW | – |
| Boot | 557 L | 475 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,000 kg | – |
| Length | 4,800 mm | – |
| 0–62 mph | 5.9 s | 4.9 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Available (check whether standard) |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | 6 years | 7 years |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: BYD Seal 82.5 kWh RWD and MG IM5 Long Range. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the BYD Seal or the MG IM5?
The MG IM5 is £235 cheaper than the BYD Seal (£45,495 against £45,730).
Which has the longer range, the BYD Seal or the MG IM5?
The MG IM5 goes further: about 325 miles against 295 in typical real-world driving.
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