BYD Sealion 7
BYD Sealion 7
AWD Performance
₱2.588 Million
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Overview: Sealion 7 vs Forester

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Power 523 hp 154 hp
Fuel Type Electric Gasoline
Battery Capacity 82.5 kWh -
Driving Range 567 km -
Engine Displacement - 1995 cc
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Engine Details

Battery Type Blade LFP --
Battery Capacity 82.5 kWh --
Number Of Motors 2 --
Estimated Fast Charging Time 10-80% in 30 min --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous --
Emission 0 g/km 168 g/km
Portable Charging Cable Yes --
Engine -- 2.0L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System -- Direct Injection
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
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Performance

Fuel Type Electric Gasoline
Power 523 hp 154 hp
Torque 690 Nm 196 Nm
Acceleration 4.5 s --
Driving Range 567 km --
Engine Displacement -- 1995 cc
Top Speed -- 193 kmph
Fuel Consumption -- 7.4
RPM At Max Power -- 6000 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 4000 RPM
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Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Gear Box Single Speed Variable Speed
Drive Type AWD AWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- Yes

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 520 L 520 L
Length 4830 mm 4640 mm
Width 1925 mm 1815 mm
Height 1620 mm 1730 mm
Wheel Base 2930 mm 2670 mm
Ground Clearance 140 mm 220 mm
No Of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 63 L
Kerb Weight -- 1570 kg
Turning Radius -- 5.4 m
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Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 19 Inch 18 Inch
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R19 R18
Tyre Size -- 225/55 R18
Spare Tyre Size -- 225/55 R18
Spare Tyre Material -- Alloy
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Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Ventilated Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Double Wishbone

Steering

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

Safety & Security

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes --
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes --
Side Airbag-Rear Yes --
Knee Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera Yes --
Emergency Stop Signal Yes Yes
Park Assist Yes --
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor Yes --
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Advance Safety Feature Yes EyeSight 4.0 EyeSight 4.0
Crash Sensor -- Yes
Side Airbag-Front -- Yes
Seat Belt Warning -- Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts -- Yes
Front Parking Sensors -- Yes
Rear Parking Sensors -- Yes
Front Impact Beams -- Yes
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
Electric Parking Brake -- Yes
Anti Theft Device -- Yes
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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 Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Sun Roof Yes Yes
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No --
Rain Sensing Wiper -- Yes
Rear Window Wiper -- Yes
Headlamps Washer -- Yes
Fog Lights Front -- LED LED
Fog Lights Rear -- LED LED
Roof Carrier -- No
Roof Rail -- Yes
Rear Spoiler -- Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Dual-Zone Dual-Zone
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats Yes --
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes --
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Trunk Light Yes Yes
Head-Up Display Yes No
Wireless Charger Yes --
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Cruise Control -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
Memory Seats -- Yes
Additional Features -- Facial Recognition Technology Facial Recognition Technology
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 15.6 Inch 15.6 Inch 8 Inch 8 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 Yes
No Of Speakers 12 12 --
Navigation System Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Voice Control Yes Yes
Touch Screen Yes Yes
CD Player -- Yes
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Seats & Upholstery

Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Seat Lumbar Support Yes No
Heated Seats - Rear Yes --
Adjustable Headrest No Front Front
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery Yes No
Leather Steering Wheel Leather Leather Yes
Folding Table Rear Yes No
Seat Upholstery Yes Leather Leather
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob Yes --
Adjustable Seats -- Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats -- Yes
Leather Seats -- Yes
Foldable Rear Seat -- 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 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch --
Tacho Meter -- Yes
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Interior

Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BYD Sealion 7 vs Subaru Forester FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BYD Sealion 7 vs Subaru Forester?

Sealion 7 is priced at ₱2.588 Million and Forester is priced at ₱2.168 Million. Hence Forester is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BYD Sealion 7 vs Subaru Forester?

The BYD Sealion 7 has power of 523 hp with 690 Nm torque and Subaru Forester has power of 154 hp with 196 Nm torque. Thus making Sealion 7 the more powerful as compared to Forester.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Sealion 7 vs Forester?

The Sealion 7 comes with a ground clearance of 140 mm , on the other hand the Forester comes with a ground clearance of 220 mm , hence the Subaru Forester has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between BYD Sealion 7 vs Subaru Forester?

Sealion 7 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Rear, Knee Airbags, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, 360 Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Park Assist, Side Impact Beams, Blind Spot monitor, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Central Locking, Power Door Locks, Anti-Theft Alarm, Engine Immobilizer and Advance Safety Feature

Forester safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Knee Airbags, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Central Locking, Power Door Locks, Anti Theft Device, Anti-Theft Alarm and Engine Immobilizer

The Subaru Forester has higher number of sefety features than Sealion 7, hence Subaru Forester is more safer than BYD Sealion 7.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Sealion 7 vs Forester?

Sealion 7 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Ventilated Front Seats, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Head-Up Display and Wireless Charger

Forester comfort features: Air Conditioner, Air Quality Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps and Memory Seats

The BYD Sealion 7 has higher number of comfort features than Forester, hence BYD Sealion 7 is more comfortable than Subaru Forester.

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Which is bigger Sealion 7 or Forester?

The Sealion 7 dimensions are 4830 mm length, 1925 mm width, 1620 mm height while the Forester dimensions are 4640 mm length, 1815 mm width, 1730 mm height. Hence, the Sealion 7 is more longer, Sealion 7 is more wider and Forester is more higher.

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