BYD Sealion 7

The Sealion 7 is for buyers who want an electric SUV with a fastback roofline, a big boot and quick charging. BYD calls its front styling Ocean X, with a low bonnet and an X-structure nose. Euro NCAP gave the Sealion 7 five stars in 2025.

Performance and charging

The motor spins up to 23,000 rpm. The all-wheel-drive version covers 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and reaches 215 km/h. Suspension is a front double wishbone and rear multi-link layout with frequency-selective dampers, and the AWD car adds iTAC torque control. DC charging reaches 230 kW, and the Excellence AWD version goes from 10 to 80 percent in 24 minutes. Power comes from the Blade Battery through cell-to-body construction, an eight-in-one powertrain and a standard heat pump.

Space and comfort

The rear boot holds 520 litres and grows to 1,789 litres with the seats folded, with another 58 litres at the front. BYD says the rear boot fits a 28 inch suitcase, a 24 inch suitcase and four 20 inch carry-on cases. An electric tailgate opens with a foot gesture and has anti-pinch protection and customisable stopping positions. Quilted Nappa leather seats and vegan leather trim, which covers over 80 percent of the interior, make up the cabin. The front seats are heated and ventilated, the rear seats are heated, and a 50 W wireless charger is fitted.

Cabin technology

A 15.6 inch rotating touchscreen sits beside a head-up display, 12 Dynaudio speakers and 128-colour ambient lighting. Four-zone voice control, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are supported, and over-the-air updates keep the software current. BYD's advanced driver-assistance systems work with 360-degree cameras to watch for hazards.

Key facts

• DC charging: up to 230 kW, Excellence AWD 10 to 80 percent in 24 minutes
• Performance: AWD 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, 215 km/h
• Boot: 520 litres, 1,789 litres with the seats folded, plus 58 litres at the front
• Screen: 15.6 inch rotating touchscreen
• Safety: Euro NCAP, 5 stars (2025)