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Lynk & Co 02 vs BYD Sea Lion 7
The Lynk & Co 02 and BYD Sealion 7 compete in the compact to mid-size electric SUV space. The Lynk & Co 02 targets urban buyers who want a smaller EV with simple ownership models. The BYD Sealion 7 targets buyers who want a larger SUV, higher output, and more advanced battery tech.
Range shows a clear gap. The Lynk & Co 02 delivers up to about 445 km WLTP. The BYD Sealion 7 reaches around 550 to 610 km depending on version. Charging also differs. The 02 supports up to 150 kW DC with around 30 minutes for 10–80%. The Sealion 7 uses an 800V setup in higher trims, reaching 175–230 kW with similar or slightly faster 10–80% times.
Price positioning splits the two. The Lynk & Co 02 sits lower, with pricing starting around mid €30k range in Europe. The BYD Sealion 7 sits higher, often above €50k depending on trim. Market reach also differs. Lynk & Co focuses on Europe and China with subscription-style access. BYD pushes global expansion with wider availability across Europe and Asia. This page helps you decide between a lower-cost compact EV and a larger, longer-range SUV with stronger performance.
Within Lynk & Co, alternatives include the Lynk & Co 01 and Lynk & Co 08, both focused on hybrid setups. Within BYD, other EVs include the BYD Seal and BYD Atto 3, which target lower and mid segments.
The Lynk & Co 02 gives you lower entry cost, compact size for city driving, and solid efficiency, but it has shorter range and slower charging. The BYD Sealion 7 gives you longer range, higher performance, and faster charging tech, but it comes with higher price and larger size which affects urban use.
Quick verdict: pick the Lynk & Co 02 for budget and city focus. Pick the BYD Sealion 7 for range, performance, and charging speed.
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MODEL
| Models |
Lynk & Co 02
BYD SeaLion 7 Comfort BYD SeaLion 7 Design BYD SeaLion 7 Excellence |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2024, October 11 2024, April |
| Status | Available to order. Released 2025, February Coming soon. Expected release 2025, Q1 |
| Base Price | € 37,500 |
PERFORMANCE
| Power | RWD 272 hp (200 kW) RWD 303 hp (223 kW) |
| Torque | 238 lb-ft (323 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. | 5.5 sec 0-62 mph |
| Max Speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
BATTERY
| Capacity | 66 kWh total 82.5 kWh total |
| Tech |
Li-Ion NCM (400V type)
Liquid-cooled (400V type) |
| Range | 277 mi WLTP 298 mi WLTP |
| Consumption | 275 Wh/mi WLTP |
| Recuperation |
Yes
Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 7.5 h Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 4 h Type 2 11 kW |
| DC Charging | CCS 150 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min CCS 150 kW, 10-80% in 32 min |
| Others | Vehicle to load (V2L) |
BODY
| Type | 5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform | SEA2 e-platform 3.0 |
| Dimensions | 175.6 x 72.6 x 61.9 in (4460 x 1845 x 1573 mm) 190.2 x 75.8 x 63.8 in (4830 x 1925 x 1620 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in (2755 mm) 115.4 in (2930 mm) |
| Clearance | 7.5 in (191 mm) |
| Weight | EU: 4012 lb unladen, 5004 lb gross |
| Suspension | Front double wishbone, rear multi-link |
| Wheels | R19, R20 R19, R20 |
| Trunk/Boot | EU: 14.5 ft³, 47.6 ft³ max EU: 17.7 ft³, 62.5 ft³ max |
| Frunk/Bonnet | 0.5 ft³ No |
| Towing |
EU: 1653 lb unbraked, 3527 lb braked
Yes |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | 15.4" touchscreen 15.6" rotating touchscreen |
| Driver's Display | 10.2" 10.25" |
| Head-Up | No Yes |
COMFORT
| Seats | Heated front seats Heated and ventilated front seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed 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 | Front, side, center, rear, including head airbag system Front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags |
| Driving Aids | Front radars, multiple cameras, 12 sensors. Automatic Emergency Breaking, Auto Lane Change Assist with blind spot detection, Front/Rear Collision Mitigation Support, Emergency Lane Keeping Assistance, Evasive Manoeuvre Assist, Forward/Rear Collision Warning, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Assist, Lane Keeping Assistance, Lane Offset Assistance, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Departure Prevent, Traffic Sign Recognition 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 |
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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