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BYD Sea Lion 07 vs BYD Seal U

The BYD Sea Lion 07 and BYD Seal U are both fully electric vehicles from BYD. The Sea Lion 07 is a compact SUV aimed at urban families and buyers seeking practical space and comfort. The Seal U is a midsize sedan targeting tech-focused buyers who prioritize performance and efficiency. Both appeal to drivers looking for modern EV features with competitive range and charging.

In range, the Seal U leads with around 550 km on a full charge, compared to the Sea Lion 07’s 460 km. Charging speed favors the Seal U as well, supporting faster DC fast charging that can reach 80% in about 30 minutes, while the Sea Lion 07 requires closer to 40 minutes under similar conditions. Both support home and public AC charging.

BYD Sea Lion 07 vs BYD Seal U

Price-wise, the Sea Lion 07 is more affordable, making it accessible to families or first-time EV buyers. The Seal U carries a higher starting price reflecting its advanced features and larger battery. Both models are available in key EV markets across China and select international regions. This comparison helps buyers choose between a practical SUV and a performance-oriented sedan.

QUICK VERDICT; Choose the Sea Lion 07 for space and practicality. Opt for the Seal U if range and charging speed are priorities.

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  BYD SeaLion 7 BYD Seal U
Price $48,000.00 $42,000.00
Our Rating 6.3 6.5
Brand BYD BYD
Category Electric Cars Electric Cars

MODEL

Available Trims / Variants BYD SeaLion 7 Comfort
BYD SeaLion 7 Design
BYD SeaLion 7 Excellence
BYD Seal U Comfort
BYD Seal U Design

LAUNCH

Reveal Date 2024, April 2024, January 29
Availability Status Coming soon. Expected release 2025, Q1 Available to order. Released 2024, February
Country of origin China
Base Price (USD) € 42,000 -BYD Seal U Comfort
€ 47,000 - BYD Seal U Design

BATTERY

Battery Capacity 82.5 kWh total 71.8 kWh total - BYD Seal U Comfort
87 kWh total - BYD Seal U Design
Battery Chemistry Liquid-cooled (400V type)
Liquid-cooled Li-ion LFP battery (800V type)
Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) 298 mi WLTP 261 mi WLTP - BYD Seal U Comfort
311 mi WLTP - BYD Seal U Design
Energy Consumption 320 Wh/mi WLTP - BYD Seal U Comfort
330 Wh/mi WLTP - BYD Seal U Design
Regen Braking (Max kW) Yes
Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging (Max kW) Type 2 11 kW Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 7.5 hours - BYD Seal U Comfort
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 9.3 hours - BYD Seal U Design
DC Charging (Max kW) CCS 150 kW, 10-80% in 32 min CCS 115 kW, 30-80% in 27 min, 10-80% in 42 min -BYD Seal U Comfort
CCS 140 kW, 30-80% in 28 min, 10-80% in 43 min - BYD Seal U Design
Additional Notes Vehicle to load (V2L) Vehicle to load (V2L) - 3 kW max

PERFORMANCE

Power Output (kW / hp) RWD 303 hp (223 kW) FWD 218 hp (160 kW)
Torque (Nm) 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) - BYD Seal U Comfort
330 Nm (243 lb-ft) - BYD Seal U Design
0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) 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. 9.3 sec 0-62 mph - BYD Seal U Comfort
9.6 sec 0-62 mph - BYD Seal U Design
Top Speed (km/h / mph) 109 mph (175 km/h)

BODY

Body Style 5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats
Platform / Architecture e-platform 3.0 e-platform 3.0
Dimensions (L×W×H mm) 190.2 x 75.8 x 63.8 in (4830 x 1925 x 1620 mm) 4785 x 1890 x 1668 mm (188.4 x 74.4 x 65.7 in)
Drag Coefficient (Cd) 0.32 Cd
Wheelbase (mm) 115.4 in (2930 mm) 2765 mm (108.9 in)
Ground Clearance (mm) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Kerb Weight (kg) EU: 2020 kg unladen, 2430 kg gross - BYD Seal U Comfort
EU: 2147 kg unladen, 2557 kg gross - BYD Seal U Design
Suspension (Front / Rear) Front double wishbone, rear multi-link Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link
Wheel Size (inches) R19, R20 R19
Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) EU: 17.7 ft³, 62.5 ft³ max EU: 552 l, 1440 l max
Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) No No
Towing Capacity (kg) Yes
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1300 kg braked

SAFETY

Airbags (count) Front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags Front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags
Driver Assistance (ADAS) 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 4 radars, 1 camera, 12 sensors. Blind Spot Warning, High Beam Assist, Lane departure Warning, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Brake, Traffic Sign Recognition, Automatic Emergency Braking System, Door Open Warning, Forward/Rear Collision Warning
Crash Test Ratings NCAP 2023: 5 stars

COMFORT

Seating Capacity Heated and ventilated front seats Heated and ventilated front seats
Roof Type Panoramic glass roof, fixed Panoramic glass roof, tilt & slide
Bluetooth / Wi-Fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Parking Aids Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera

DISPLAYS

Centre Screen (inches) 15.6" rotating touchscreen 12.8" or 15.6" rotating touchscreen
Driver's Display (inches) 10.25" 12.3"
Head-Up Display (HUD) Yes Yes

LIGHTING

INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO

TECHNOLOGY

OWNERSHIP

Note

Additional Notes 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
Disclaimer We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
  BYD SeaLion 7 BYD Seal U

Disclaimer Note

Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct

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