BYD Sealion 5 DM-i
BYD Sealion 5 DM-i
Sealion 5 DM-i
₱1.248 Million
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Toyota Vios
Toyota Vios
1.3 J MT
₱738,000
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BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs Toyota Vios Comparison

Find below the detailed Cars comparison of BYD Sealion 5 DM-i and Toyota Vios, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i priced at ₱1.248 Million, while Toyota Vios is priced at ₱738,000 . If we compare the technical specifications, BYD Sealion 5 DM-i houses 1497 engine whereas Toyota Vios engine displacement stands at 1329.

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Overview: Sealion 5 DM-i vs Vios

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1329 cc
Power 194 hp 98 hp
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
AC Charging (15-100%) in 4.5 Hours -
Battery Capacity 12.96 kWh -
Driving Range 1001 km -
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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From The Experts

Things we like

Superb efficiency

Strong set of features

Design and practical size

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Spacious and comfortable cabin

Supple ride quality 

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Things we don't like

Brand unfamiliarity

Limited driver-assist features

Lack of charging infrastructure

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Interior styling is very simple

Engine lacks poke

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 520 L --
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 52 L --
Front Tread 1565 mm --
Rear Tread 1565 mm --
Kerb Weight 1675 kg --
Length 4738 mm 4420 mm
Width 1860 mm 1730 mm
Height 1710 mm 1475 mm
Wheel Base 2712 mm 2550 mm
Ground Clearance 156 mm 133 mm
Turning Radius 5.8 m --
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
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Engine Details

Battery Type BYD Blade Battery --
Battery Capacity 12.96 kWh --
Regenerative Braking Yes --
Number Of Motors 1 --
AC Charging (15-100%) in 4.5 Hours --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous --
Engine 1.5L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.3L Gasoline Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Secondary Engine Fuel Type Electric --
Portable Charging Cable Yes --
Fuel Supply System -- EFI
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Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1329 cc
Power 194 hp 98 hp
Torque 300 Nm 123 Nm
Acceleration 8.3 s --
Top Speed 170 kmph --
Driving Range 1001 km --
RPM At Max Power -- 6000 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 4200 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Drums
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Drive Type FWD --
Gear Box -- 5-Speed
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes No
Wheel Covers No Yes
Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 14 Inch
Tyre Size 225/60 R18 175/65 R14
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R18 R14
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes No
Side Airbag-Front Yes No
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Knee Airbags No Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors No No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes No
360 Camera No --
Emergency Stop Signal Yes --
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Downhill Assist Control Yes --
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) No --
Blind Spot monitor No --
Lane Departure Warning System No --
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes No
Brake Assist -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes No
Engine Immobilizer Yes No

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Dual Zone Dual Zone No
Air Quality Control Yes --
Rear A/C Vents Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes No
Drive Mode Eco, Sport, Normal Eco, Sport, Normal --
Central Console Armrest Yes --
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes --
Cruise Control Yes --
Adaptive Cruise Control No No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Automatic Headlamps Yes --
Follow Me Home Headlamps No No
Glove Box Cooling -- No
Ventilated Front Seats -- No
Memory Seats -- No
Head-Up Display -- No
Wireless Charger -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 10.1 inch 10.1 inch --
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes No
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes No
No Of Speakers 6 6 2 2
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes No
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Touch Screen Yes No
Voice Control -- No
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 8.8 Inch 8.8 Inch --
Tacho Meter -- Yes
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats 6-Way Driver & 4-Way Front Passenger 6-Way Driver & 4-Way Front Passenger Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes --
Electric Adjustable Seats No No
Seat Lumbar Support No --
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes No
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat 60:40 Split 60:40 Split Yes
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather Fabric Fabric
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob -- Yes
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes No
Remote Trunk Opener Yes --
Integrated Antenna Yes No
Power Antenna No Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes --
Rear Window Wiper Yes No
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights LED LED No
Taillight Type LED LED Bulb Bulb
Headlamps Washer No --
Fog Lights Rear Yes --
Sun Roof No --
Side Stepper No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Rear Window Washer -- No
Fog Lights Front -- No
Moon Roof -- No
Removable Convertible Top -- No
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Interior

Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs Toyota Vios FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs Toyota Vios?

Sealion 5 DM-i is priced at ₱1.248 Million and Vios is priced at ₱738,000. Hence Vios is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs Toyota Vios?

The BYD Sealion 5 DM-i has power of 194 hp with 300 Nm torque and Toyota Vios has power of 98 hp with 123 Nm torque. Thus making Sealion 5 DM-i the more powerful as compared to Vios.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Sealion 5 DM-i vs Vios?

The Sealion 5 DM-i comes with a ground clearance of 156 mm , on the other hand the Vios comes with a ground clearance of 133 mm , hence the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs Toyota Vios?

Sealion 5 DM-i safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Hill-Start Assist Control, Downhill Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor and Speed Sensing Door Locks

Vios safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Knee Airbags, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Engine Check Warning

The BYD Sealion 5 DM-i has higher number of sefety features than Vios, hence BYD Sealion 5 DM-i is more safer than Toyota Vios.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Sealion 5 DM-i vs Vios?

Sealion 5 DM-i comfort features: Air Conditioner, Air Quality Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Automatic Headlamps

Vios comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Power Windows Front and Power Windows Rear

The BYD Sealion 5 DM-i has higher number of comfort features than Vios, hence BYD Sealion 5 DM-i is more comfortable than Toyota Vios.

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Which is bigger Sealion 5 DM-i or Vios?

The Sealion 5 DM-i dimensions are 4738 mm length, 1860 mm width, 1710 mm height while the Vios dimensions are 4420 mm length, 1730 mm width, 1475 mm height. Hence, the Sealion 5 DM-i is more longer, Sealion 5 DM-i is more wider and Sealion 5 DM-i is more higher.

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