BYD Sealion 7 vs Tesla Model Y
Verdict
The BYD Sealion 7 is the lower-cost, longer-legged play here: RM183,800 versus RM195,450, with 567 km range against 466 km and a six-year warranty against four. It also has 9 airbags to the Tesla Model Y’s 7 and a longer 2,930 mm wheelbase. The Model Y hits back hard on daily use, with a huge 854-litre boot versus 500 litres, and it is quicker to 100 km/h, 5.9 seconds against 6.7. This is close; the split is range and warranty versus boot space and acceleration.
Sealion 7
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if you want the lower price, longer 567 km EV range and six-year warranty.
Model Y
Pick the Tesla Model Y if you want the bigger 854-litre boot and the quicker 5.9-second 0–100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM183,800; Tesla Model Y RM195,450
- EV range: BYD Sealion 7 567 km; Tesla Model Y 466 km
- 0–100 km/h: BYD Sealion 7 6.7 s; Tesla Model Y 5.9 s
- Boot space: BYD Sealion 7 500 L; Tesla Model Y 854 L
- Airbags: BYD Sealion 7 9; Tesla Model Y 7
- Warranty: BYD Sealion 7 6 years; Tesla Model Y 4 years
Sealion 7
- RM11,650 cheaper to buy
- Longer 567 km EV range
- Six-year warranty and 9 airbags
- Slower 6.7-second 0–100 km/h time
- Smaller 500-litre boot
- Higher RM335 yearly road tax
Model Y
- Quicker 5.9-second 0–100 km/h time
- Much larger 854-litre boot
- Lower RM305 yearly road tax
- RM11,650 more expensive
- Shorter 466 km EV range
- Four-year warranty and 7 airbags
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 183,800✓ | RM 195,450 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | — |
| Battery Capacity | 82.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 567 km✓ | 466 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW✓ | 175 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h✓ | 201 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,790 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 2,129 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,891 mm |
| Weight | 2,635 kg | 1,921 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 854 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| 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 Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 on 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 | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with LED Lighter |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Rear Screen |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 Speakers |
| 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 4 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 and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335 | RM 305✓ |
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.
Sealion 7 vs Model Y FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or Tesla Model Y better?
The BYD Sealion 7 is better for range, warranty and price. The Tesla Model Y is better for boot space and acceleration. Pick based on which matters more day to day.
What is the price difference?
The Tesla Model Y costs RM11,650 more than the BYD Sealion 7.
Which has the longer EV range?
The BYD Sealion 7 goes further on a charge, with 567 km versus 466 km for the Tesla Model Y.