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BYD Atto 3 vs BYD Sea Lion 07
The BYD Atto 3 and BYD Sea Lion 07 target different SUV segments. The Atto 3 sits in the compact class for urban users and first-time EV buyers. The Sea Lion 07 sits in the midsize class, aimed at buyers who want more power, space, and highway capability.
Range and charging show a clear gap. The Atto 3 delivers about 420 km WLTP with slower DC charging around 80–90 kW. The Sea Lion 07 reaches 550 to 610 km on CLTC, with higher real-world range closer to upper mid-range EVs, and supports much faster DC charging up to about 180–240 kW depending on trim. It also completes a 30–80% charge in about 25 minutes.
Price reflects positioning. The Atto 3 sits as a lower-cost entry SUV in most markets. The Sea Lion 07 starts higher and moves into performance-oriented pricing with AWD variants. The Atto 3 has wider global availability, including Europe, Asia, and emerging markets. The Sea Lion 07 is newer, with rollout starting in China and expanding gradually. This page helps you decide between a practical compact EV and a larger, higher-performance SUV.
Within BYD’s lineup, the Atto 3 aligns with models like the Dolphin and Yuan Plus, focused on affordability and efficiency. The Sea Lion 07 aligns with higher-end models like the Seal sedan and Tang SUV, with stronger performance and larger dimensions.
The Atto 3 offers strong efficiency, compact size for tight roads, and lower cost, but has limited performance and slower charging. The Sea Lion 07 offers long range, high power output, and fast charging, but costs more and consumes more energy in performance trims.
Quick verdict; Pick the Atto 3 if you want a lower-cost compact EV for daily driving. Pick the Sea Lion 07 if you need longer range, faster charging, and higher performance.
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MODEL
| Models |
BYD Atto 3 Long Range
BYD SeaLion 7 Comfort BYD SeaLion 7 Design BYD SeaLion 7 Excellence |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2022, September 28 2024, April |
| Status | Available to order. Released 2022, Q4 Coming soon. Expected release 2025, Q1 |
| Country of origin | China |
| Base Price | € 38,000 £ 37,200 |
PERFORMANCE
| Power | FWD 204 hp (150 kW) RWD 303 hp (223 kW) |
| Torque | 229 lb-ft (310 Nm) |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. | 7.3 sec 0-62 mph |
| Max Speed | 99 mph (160 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed |
BATTERY
| Capacity | 60.4 kWh usable 82.5 kWh total |
| Tech |
Liquid-cooled Li-ion LFP battery
Liquid-cooled (400V type) |
| Range | 261 mi WLTP, 298 mi NEDC 298 mi WLTP |
| Consumption | 251 Wh/mi WLTP |
| Recuperation |
Yes
Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 7 kW, 0-100% in 9 hours 42 min Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 6 hours 30 min Type 2 11 kW |
| DC Charging |
CCS 88 kW, 30-80% in 29 min, 10-80% in 44 min, 0-100% in 1 hour 20 min CCS 150 kW, 10-80% in 32 min |
| Others | Vehicle to load (V2L) Vehicle to load (V2L) |
BODY
| Type | 5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform | e-platform 3.0 e-platform 3.0 |
| Dimensions | 175.4 x 73.8 x 63.6 in (4455 x 1875 x 1615 mm) 190.2 x 75.8 x 63.8 in (4830 x 1925 x 1620 mm) |
| Drag Co-Efficient | 0.29 Cd |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in (2720 mm) 115.4 in (2930 mm) |
| Clearance | 6.9 in (175 mm) |
| Weight | EU: 3704 lb unladen, 4608 lb gross |
| Suspension | Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link Front double wishbone, rear multi-link |
| Wheels | R18 R19, R20 |
| Trunk/Boot | EU: 15.5 ft³, 47.3 ft³ max EU: 17.7 ft³, 62.5 ft³ max |
| Frunk/Bonnet | No No |
| Towing |
EU: 1653 lb unbraked, 1653 lb braked
Yes |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | 12.8" or 15.6" rotating touchscreen 15.6" rotating touchscreen |
| Driver's Display | 5" 10.25" |
| Head-Up | No Yes |
COMFORT
| Seats | Heated front seats Heated and ventilated front seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass roof, tilt & slide Panoramic glass roof, fixed |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
SAFETY
| Airbags | 7 airbags: front, side, rear, including head airbag system Front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags |
| Driving Aids | 2 front radars, 4 rear radars, multiple cameras, 12 sensors. Blind Spot Warning, High Beam Assist, Lane departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Brake, Traffic Sign Recognition, Automatic Emergency Braking System, Door Open Warning Radars, multiple cameras, 12 sensors. Blind Spot Warning, High Beam Assist, Lane departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Brake, Traffic Sign Recognition, Automatic Emergency Braking System, Door Open Warning |
| Crash Tests | NCAP 2023: 5 stars |
Note
| Others |
Digital Video Recorder
For European market Also known as BYD Sea Lion 07, BYD SEALION 7 82.5 kWh RWD Comfort Also known as BYD Sea Lion 07, BYD SEALION 7 82.5 kWh AWD Design Also known as BYD Sea Lion 07, BYD SEALION 7 91.3 kWh AWD Excellence Digital Video Recorder |
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