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.

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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| Price | $48,000.00 $42,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | BYD BYD |
| Category | Electric Cars Electric Cars |
| Available Trims / Variants |
BYD SeaLion 7 Comfort BYD SeaLion 7 Design BYD SeaLion 7 Excellence BYD Seal U Comfort BYD Seal U Design |
| 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 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 |
| 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 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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