Tesla Model 3 vs BYD Seal: Home Charging Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of home charging for the Tesla Model 3 (60kWh, 319 miles range) and BYD Seal (82.5kWh, 354 miles range). Which charges faster, which costs less, and which charger brand works best for each.
| Spec | Tesla Model 3 | BYD Seal | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 60kWh | 82.5kWh | BYD Seal |
| Range (WLTP) | 319 miles | 354 miles | BYD Seal |
| Max AC charge | 11kW (3-phase) | 11kW (3-phase) | Tie |
| 7kW charge speed | 24 miles/hr | 24 miles/hr | Tie |
| 20-100% at 7kW | 6.9 hrs | 9.4 hrs | Tesla Model 3 |
| Efficiency | 13.9kWh/100km | 15.8kWh/100km | Tesla Model 3 |
| Price from (indicative) | approximately £40,000 | approximately £45,000 | Tesla Model 3 |
Prices are indicative UK pricing, June 2026. Verify with the dealer. Both models can be leased through an employer salary sacrifice scheme.
Charging Cost Comparison
| Cost (home charging) | Tesla Model 3 | BYD Seal |
|---|---|---|
| Full charge (20-100%) | ~£12 | ~£17 |
| Electricity per mile | ~5.6p | ~6.4p |
Electricity only, at the Ofgem price cap direct-debit average of about 25p/kWh (set nationally; changes quarterly). There are no per-mile road charges in the UK, and both vehicles pay the same standard-rate VED (~£195/yr), so road tax does not change the head-to-head result. EV tariffs with cheap overnight windows can lower the electricity cost; rates vary by supplier.
Best Charger for Each Vehicle
Tesla Model 3
Supports up to 11kW three-phase AC charging.
BYD Seal
Supports up to 11kW three-phase AC charging.
Tesla Model 3 vs BYD Seal FAQ
Which charges faster at home, Tesla Model 3 or BYD Seal?
The Tesla Model 3 charges faster on a standard 7kW home charger, taking 6.9 hours from 20% to 100% compared to 9.4 hours for the BYD Seal.
Which is cheaper to charge, Tesla Model 3 or BYD Seal?
The Tesla Model 3 is more efficient at 13.9kWh/100km, making it slightly cheaper to charge per mile. For an illustrative 8,000-mile year at the Ofgem cap average of about 25p/kWh, the difference is about £61 per year. Both pay the same standard-rate VED (about £195 a year), and both cost far less per mile than a petrol car at home-charging rates.
Do the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal use the same charger?
Both the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal use Type 2 AC charging, so any home EV charger sold in the UK works with both vehicles. Both support three-phase AC charging.
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