Verdict
At RM163,800, the BYD Sealion 7 is RM19,000 cheaper, returns a claimed 520 km from its 71.8-kWh battery and carries only RM220 annual road tax. The RM182,800 Zeekr 7X counters with 416 hp, a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time and dramatically quicker 22-kW AC/450-kW DC charging, versus 7 kW and 110 kW. For Malaysian buyers with dependable home charging and longer range as the priority, the Sealion 7 makes the cleaner case. Frequent DC-charge users will feel the 7X’s premium every trip.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if you want the lower RM163,800 entry price, 520-km claimed range and six-year vehicle warranty.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if rapid 450-kW DC charging, 416 hp performance and a larger 539-litre boot matter more than an extra RM19,000.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM163,800; Zeekr 7X RM182,800.
- Motor output and 0-100 km/h: BYD Sealion 7 228 hp/380 Nm and 7.3 seconds; Zeekr 7X 416 hp/440 Nm and 6.0 seconds.
- Battery and claimed range: BYD Sealion 7 71.8 kWh and 520 km; Zeekr 7X 75 kWh and 480 km.
- Charging: BYD Sealion 7 7-kW AC and 110-kW DC; Zeekr 7X 22-kW AC and 450-kW DC.
- Boot space and wheelbase: BYD Sealion 7 500 litres and 2,930 mm; Zeekr 7X 539 litres and 2,900 mm.
- Road tax and vehicle warranty: BYD Sealion 7 RM220/year and six years; Zeekr 7X RM615/year and five years.
Sealion 7
- RM19,000 lower purchase price and RM395 lower annual road tax.
- 520-km claimed range, 40 km ahead of the Zeekr 7X.
- Panoramic glass roof, ventilated front seats and a six-year vehicle warranty.
- 110-kW DC and 7-kW AC charging trail the Zeekr 7X’s 450 kW and 22 kW.
- 228 hp, 380 Nm and 7.3-second acceleration are behind the Zeekr 7X.
- 500-litre boot is 39 litres smaller.
7X
- 416 hp and 440 Nm deliver a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 22-kW AC and 450-kW DC charging capability.
- 539-litre boot, matrix LED headlamps and auto parking.
- RM19,000 higher purchase price and RM615 annual road tax.
- 480-km claimed range is 40 km short of the BYD Sealion 7.
- Five-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM163,800✓ | RM182,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220✓ | RM615 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 228 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 71.8 kWh | 75 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 520 km✓ | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | 450 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 | 7.3 seconds | 6 seconds✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 539 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 255/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| 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) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 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 | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Electric Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent 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 | 16" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro |
| 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 Operation (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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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✓ | 5 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 |
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 & 7X for sale
Sealion 7 vs 7X FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or Zeekr 7X better?
The Zeekr 7X is better for performance, charging speed and boot space, with 416 hp, 450-kW DC charging and 539 litres. The BYD Sealion 7 is the better cost-and-range choice, claiming 520 km while costing RM19,000 less.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 7X costs RM19,000 more than the BYD Sealion 7. Its annual road tax is also RM395 higher, at RM615 versus RM220.
Which one charges faster?
The Zeekr 7X has the clear charging advantage: 22-kW AC and 450-kW DC capability, compared with the BYD Sealion 7’s 7-kW AC and 110-kW DC rates. Both have 3.3-kW vehicle-to-load capability.