Verdict
These are unusually close cross-shops, but their numbers point in different directions. The Seal’s 82.56-kWh battery, 570-km range and 150-kW DC ceiling make it the stronger long-distance EV, while 308 hp cuts the century sprint to 5.9 seconds. The Sealion 7 trades that for SUV practicality: 500 litres of boot space against 400, five doors and a body 160 mm taller. It is also 105 kg heavier and needs 7.3 seconds to reach 100 km/h. For Malaysian family use, access and luggage capacity matter; for frequent interstate EV miles, take the Seal.
Pick the BYD Seal if you want 570 km of range, 150-kW DC charging and a 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if five-door SUV access, a 500-litre boot and lower annual road tax suit your daily use.
Key differences
- Motor output: BYD Seal has 308 hp and 360 Nm; BYD Sealion 7 has 228 hp and 380 Nm.
- Battery and range: BYD Seal has 82.56 kWh and 570 km; BYD Sealion 7 has 71.8 kWh and 520 km.
- DC charging: BYD Seal reaches 150 kW; BYD Sealion 7 reaches 110 kW.
- Performance: BYD Seal does 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds; BYD Sealion 7 takes 7.3 seconds.
- Practicality: BYD Seal is a 4,800-mm sedan with a 400-litre boot; BYD Sealion 7 is a 4,830-mm SUV with a 500-litre boot.
- Annual road tax: BYD Seal costs RM335; BYD Sealion 7 costs RM220.
Seal
- Longer 570-km EV range
- Quicker 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Faster 150-kW DC charging
- 400-litre boot is 100 litres smaller
- Higher RM335 annual road tax
- Four doors versus the Sealion 7’s five
Sealion 7
- 500-litre boot and five-door SUV body
- Lower RM220 annual road tax
- Higher 380-Nm motor torque
- Shorter 520-km EV range
- Slower 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 110-kW DC charging ceiling is lower
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM171,800 | RM163,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM220✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 228 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 380 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 82.56 kWh✓ | 71.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 570 km✓ | 520 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW✓ | 110 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds✓ | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,925 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,930 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 2,160 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective Damping | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated with Driver's Side Memory Function | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Seal vs Sealion 7 FAQ
Is the BYD Seal or BYD Sealion 7 better?
The BYD Seal is better for range, charging and acceleration, with 570 km, 150-kW DC charging and 308 hp. The BYD Sealion 7 is better for passengers needing SUV access and a larger 500-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal costs RM171,800 and the BYD Sealion 7 costs RM163,800, so the Seal is RM8,000 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The BYD Seal charges faster on DC, at up to 150 kW versus 110 kW for the BYD Sealion 7. Both have 7-kW AC charging and 3.3-kW vehicle-to-load capability.