BYD Sealion 5 DM-i
BYD Sealion 5 DM-i
Sealion 5 DM-i
₱1.248 Million
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VinFast VF 3
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₱645,000
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BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs VinFast VF 3 Comparison

Overview: Sealion 5 DM-i vs VinFast VF 3

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Engine Displacement 1497 cc -
Power 194 hp 43 hp
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
AC Charging (15-100%) in 4.5 Hours (10-70%) In 5 Hours
Battery Capacity 12.96 kWh 18.64 kWh
Driving Range 1001 km 210 km
DC Charging - (10-70%) In 36 Mins
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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3 reviews
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From The Experts

Things we like

Superb efficiency

Strong set of features

Design and practical size

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Compact and nimble

Low running cost

Competitive pricing

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Things we don't like

Brand unfamiliarity

Limited driver-assist features

Lack of charging infrastructure

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Lack of brand presence

Compromised practicality

Basic ride quality

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 520 L 36 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 52 L --
Front Tread 1565 mm --
Rear Tread 1565 mm --
Kerb Weight 1675 kg 857 kg
Length 4738 mm 3190 mm
Width 1860 mm 1679 mm
Height 1710 mm 1622 mm
Wheel Base 2712 mm 2075 mm
Ground Clearance 156 mm 191 mm
Turning Radius 5.8 m 4.05 m
No Of Doors 5 2
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 seats
Payload Capacity -- 300 kg
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Engine Details

Battery Type BYD Blade Battery Lithium-ion
Battery Capacity 12.96 kWh 18.64 kWh
Regenerative Braking Yes Yes
Number Of Motors 1 1
AC Charging (15-100%) in 4.5 Hours (10-70%) In 5 Hours
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Engine 1.5L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC --
No Of Cylinders 4 --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Secondary Engine Fuel Type Electric --
Portable Charging Cable Yes Yes
DC Charging -- (10-70%) In 36 Mins
Emission -- 0 g/km
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Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Engine Displacement 1497 cc --
Power 194 hp 43 hp
Torque 300 Nm 110 Nm
Acceleration 8.3 s 19.3 s
Top Speed 170 kmph --
Driving Range 1001 km 210 km
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Steering

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

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Drums
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Rigid Axle

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type FWD RWD
Gear Box -- Single Speed

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 16 Inch
Tyre Size 225/60 R18 175/75 R16
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R18 R16
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes No
Curtain Airbags Yes No
Side Airbag-Front Yes No
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Knee Airbags No No
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 --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Front Parking Sensors No No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera No No
Emergency Stop Signal Yes --
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Downhill Assist Control Yes No
Front Impact Beams Yes No
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 No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Brake Assist -- Yes
Traction Control -- Yes
Electric Parking Brake -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes --

Comfort & Convenience

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

Display Size 10.1 inch 10.1 inch 10 Inch 10 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
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 Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Touch Screen Yes Yes
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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 -- No
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Seats & Upholstery

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

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

Sun Visors Yes Yes
Ambient Light -- No

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BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs VinFast VF 3 FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs VinFast VF 3?

Sealion 5 DM-i is priced at ₱1.248 Million and VF 3 is priced at ₱645,000. Hence VF 3 is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs VinFast VF 3?

The BYD Sealion 5 DM-i has power of 194 hp with 300 Nm torque and VinFast VF 3 has power of 43 hp with 110 Nm torque. Thus making Sealion 5 DM-i the more powerful as compared to VF 3.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Sealion 5 DM-i vs VF 3?

The Sealion 5 DM-i comes with a ground clearance of 156 mm , on the other hand the VF 3 comes with a ground clearance of 191 mm , hence the VinFast VF 3 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 VinFast VF 3?

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

VF 3 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning and Electric Parking Brake

The BYD Sealion 5 DM-i has higher number of sefety features than VF 3, hence BYD Sealion 5 DM-i is more safer than VinFast VF 3.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Sealion 5 DM-i vs VF 3?

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

VF 3 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Power Windows Front and Vanity Mirror

The BYD Sealion 5 DM-i has higher number of comfort features than VF 3, hence BYD Sealion 5 DM-i is more comfortable than VinFast VF 3.

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Which is bigger Sealion 5 DM-i or VF 3?

The Sealion 5 DM-i dimensions are 4738 mm length, 1860 mm width, 1710 mm height while the VF 3 dimensions are 3190 mm length, 1679 mm width, 1622 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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