Verdict
At RM163,800, the BYD Sealion 7 costs RM7,000 more than the RM156,800 Jetour T2, but its RM220 annual road tax is RM219 lower and it brings a 71.8-kWh battery, 520-km EV range and 110-kW DC charging. Its 2,930-mm wheelbase is 130 mm longer, although the T2’s 580-litre boot beats the BYD’s 500 litres. The Sealion 7 suits buyers ready to charge regularly; the T2 makes the simpler petrol-and-AWD choice, with a 70-litre tank and 375 Nm turbo motor.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if home or workplace charging suits your routine and you want 520 km of EV range, lower RM220 road tax, a head-up display and powered boot.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you need all-wheel drive, a larger 580-litre boot, a 70-litre petrol tank and the lower RM156,800 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM163,800; Jetour T2 RM156,800.
- Road tax: BYD Sealion 7 RM220 per year; Jetour T2 RM439 per year.
- Powertrain: BYD Sealion 7 has one 228-hp/380-Nm electric motor and a 71.8-kWh battery; Jetour T2 has a 241-hp/375-Nm 1,998-cc turbo petrol engine.
- Driveline: BYD Sealion 7 rear-wheel drive; Jetour T2 all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: BYD Sealion 7 500 litres; Jetour T2 580 litres.
- Wheelbase: BYD Sealion 7 2,930 mm; Jetour T2 2,800 mm.
Sealion 7
- 520-km EV range with 110-kW DC charging
- RM220 annual road tax
- Head-up display, powered boot and driver-centre airbag
- 500-litre boot is 80 litres smaller
- Rear-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive
- Six-year manufacturer warranty is one year shorter
T2
- All-wheel drive and 375 Nm turbo petrol engine
- 580-litre boot and space-saver spare tyre
- Seven-year manufacturer warranty plus 10-year/1,000,000-km engine warranty
- RM439 annual road tax is RM219 higher
- No head-up display or navigation
- Manual boot operation
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM163,800 | RM156,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 241 hp |
| Torque | — | 375 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,785 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 2,006 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 1,880 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 580 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 255/60R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/60R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Giti 4x4 AT71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| 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 & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front 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 Outer Two Rear 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 | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function |
| 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 Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| 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 | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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 & T2 for sale
Sealion 7 vs T2 FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or Jetour T2 better?
The Sealion 7 is better for drivers who can charge and want 520 km of EV range, lower road tax and extra features such as a HUD. The T2 is better for all-wheel drive, a 580-litre boot and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 is RM163,800 and the Jetour T2 is RM156,800, so the Sealion 7 costs RM7,000 more.
Which has more luggage space?
The Jetour T2 has the larger boot at 580 litres, compared with 500 litres in the BYD Sealion 7. That is an 80-litre advantage for the Jetour.