BYD Sealion 7 82.5 kWh (313 Hp) Electric
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BYD Sealion 7:
The BYD Sealion 7, also sold in China as the BYD Sealion 07 EV , is a battery electric mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by BYD Auto since 2024. It is the first vehicle of the Sealion family of SUV under the Ocean Series product line-up.
The Sealion 07 EV was first introduced on 17 November 2023 at the 2023 Guangzhou Auto Show. It was launched at the 2024 Beijing Auto Show in April 2024 and went on sale in the following month. It was developed with the Tesla Model Y as its main competitor benchmark. It first went on sale outside mainland China in Hong Kong in September 2024 as the BYD Sealion 7....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sealion 7 Overview:
BYD Sealion 7 (Sealion 7). At around 2225 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.7 s). The top speed reaches 215 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offers strong, responsive electric performance with 313 Hp and 6.7 sec 0-100km/h, suitable for daily driving and confident highway overtakes, though less aggressive than AWD variants.
Fuel Economy
Likely to achieve better energy efficiency and range than the more powerful AWD models, making it a more economical choice for daily commuting and urban use.
Best Use Case:
Daily Commuting / Balanced Driving
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Strong electric performance options (up to 530 Hp)
- • Generous electric range capabilities
- • Spacious interior and large trunk capacity (520-1789 l)
- • Advanced BEV (Blade Battery) architecture
- • Modern and aerodynamic SUV design
Cons:
- • As a new model, long-term reliability is yet to be fully proven
- • Potentially higher purchase price for top-tier performance trims
- • Ground clearance (140-163 mm) might be limited for some SUV users
- • Dependency on robust charging infrastructure for optimal use
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | BYD |
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| Model: | Sealion 7 |
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| Generation: | Sealion 7 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 82.5 kWh (313 Hp) Electric |
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| Start of production: | November, 2024 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.7 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.7 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 215 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.1 kg/Hp, 140.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 170.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.4 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2225 |
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| Max. weight: | 2635 |
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| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
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| Max load: | 410 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1789 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 520 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 750 kg |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4830 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1925 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1620 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2930 mm mm |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2189 mm |
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| Front track: | 1660 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1660 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140-157 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 1 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/50 R19; 255/45 R19 |
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| Wheel rims size | 19 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut, Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Spring Strut, Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Electric: |
| Gross battery capacity: | 82.5 kWh |
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| Battery technology: | Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO |
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| Battery location: | Below the floor |
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| System power: | 313 Hp |
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| System torque: | 380 Nm |
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| All-electric range: | 482 km |
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| Electric motor power: | 313 Hp |
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| Electric motor Torque: | 380 Nm |
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| Average Energy consumption: | 19.9 kWh/100 km |
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| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
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| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 19.9 kWh/100 km |
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| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
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| All-electric range (WLTP): | 482 km |
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| Electric motor model/code: | TZ200XYT |
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| Battery voltage: | 550 V |
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