Verdict
The BYD Sealion 7 costs RM163,800, RM19,912 more than the Hyundai Tucson at RM143,888. That money buys a 71.8-kWh battery, 520 km claimed EV range, 110-kW DC charging and a 228-hp, 380-Nm rear motor, while annual road tax is RM220 against the Tucson’s RM440. The Hyundai answers with a larger 582-litre boot and an eight-year/160,000-km vehicle warranty. For Malaysian buyers with dependable charging, the BYD’s extra driver assistance and longer 2,930-mm wheelbase make a strong case; the Tucson is the cheaper petrol route with more luggage room.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if you can charge regularly and want 520 km EV range, 110-kW DC charging, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson if you want to spend RM19,912 less, carry more in its 582-litre boot and retain a 54-litre petrol tank.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM163,800; Hyundai Tucson RM143,888.
- Powertrain: BYD Sealion 7 228 hp/380 Nm electric motor; Hyundai Tucson 154 hp/192 Nm 1,999-cc petrol engine.
- Range or fuel storage: BYD Sealion 7 520 km EV range with 71.8-kWh battery; Hyundai Tucson 54-litre fuel tank.
- Dimensions: BYD Sealion 7 4,830 mm long with 2,930-mm wheelbase; Hyundai Tucson 4,630 mm long with 2,755-mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BYD Sealion 7 500 litres; Hyundai Tucson 582 litres.
- Warranty: BYD Sealion 7 six years/150,000 km vehicle warranty; Hyundai Tucson eight years/160,000 km.
Sealion 7
- 520 km EV range and 110-kW DC charging.
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and blind-spot information system.
- Ventilated power front seats, panoramic glass roof and 360-degree camera.
- RM19,912 higher purchase price.
- 500-litre boot is 82 litres smaller.
- Six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty is shorter than the Tucson’s eight-year/160,000-km cover.
Tucson
- RM19,912 lower purchase price.
- 582-litre boot is 82 litres larger.
- Eight-year/160,000-km vehicle warranty.
- RM440 annual road tax, versus RM220 for the Sealion 7.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot information system.
- Manual front seats and no panoramic glass roof.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM163,800 | RM143,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 154 hp |
| Torque | — | 192 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 228 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 71.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 520 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | — | 181 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 1,488 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 54 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 582 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 235/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| 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 Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 160,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 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.
Used Sealion 7 & Tucson for sale
Sealion 7 vs Tucson FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or Hyundai Tucson better?
The Sealion 7 is better for buyers able to charge at home or work, thanks to its 520 km EV range, 110-kW DC charging and broader active-safety kit. Choose the Tucson for its lower entry price, 582-litre boot and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 costs RM19,912 more than the Hyundai Tucson. The BYD adds an electric powertrain, 520 km claimed range, 110-kW DC charging, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Which has more boot space?
The Hyundai Tucson has the larger boot at 582 litres, compared with 500 litres in the BYD Sealion 7. That is an 82-litre advantage for the Hyundai.