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BYD Sealion 7 Review

BYD Sealion 7 Pros

• Very good build quality coupled with great fit & finish
• Punchy motor offers fast performance. AWD does the 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds!
• Good high-speed stability coupled with sorted handling
• Spacious and well-built cabin with comfortable seats
• Useable 500-litre boot, along with a 58-litre frunk (in the front)
• Selectable regenerative braking and drive modes allow you to extract maximum performance or efficiency, as needed
• Sufficient driving range of 450+ km for urban commuting as well as the usual road-tripping with family
• Features such as the vehicle-to-load function, soundproof glass, privacy glass, rotating 15.6-inch touchscreen, head-up display, climate control with heat pump, air purifier, panoramic glass roof, adaptive cruise control, NFC key card, reclining rear seats, etc.
• Top-notch safety kit & level 2 ADAS to keep you safe
• Inherent EV advantages such as a green image, zero tailpipe emissions, low running costs (charge at home) & top-notch NVH

BYD Sealion 7 Cons

• 20-inch wheels and low profile tyres means the low speed ride is firm. You feel bad roads
• No option of a lighter-coloured interior theme (cabin is full-black)
• Most functions and settings are controlled through the touchscreen, which makes them difficult to access on the move
• Missing features such as connected car tech, no spare wheel (in India!!!), one-pedal driving, etc.
• 12-speaker DYNAUDIO sound system is good, but not as immersive as some other premium systems
• Poor rearward visibility due to the acutely angled rear windscreen
• BYD's dealership & service network is currently very small
• The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, highway range anxiety, setting up home charging etc.)

This review has been jointly compiled with Turbanator. Thanks to him for the expert observations!

Introduction

Chinese electric carmaker BYD (Build Your Dreams) has been selling cars in India since 2021. Its portfolio consisted of a crossover, a sedan and an MPV. Earlier this year, at the 2025 Auto Expo the company went on to showcase an SUV, which would be launched soon.

Called the Sealion 7, it comes in two variants - Premium (rear-wheel drive) and Performance (all-wheel drive). Both variants come with an 82.56 kWh BYD Blade battery pack. The Premium variant puts out a healthy 308 BHP & 380 Nm, while the Performance variant makes a whopping 523 BHP & 690 Nm and has a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 4.5 seconds!

BYD Sealion 7 Price & Brochure

The Premium and Performance variants of the BYD Sealion 7 are priced at Rs. 48.90 lakh and Rs. 54.90 lakh, respectively. Considering the fact that this car is a performance SUV that is being imported into India as a CBU, we think it is well priced for what it offers.

Download the BYD Sealion 7 brochure here - BYD Sealion 7 Brochure.pdf.

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Exterior

Design & Styling

The Sealion 7 is built on an EV-specific platform (e-platform 3.0). Based on BYD's "Ocean Aesthetics" design concept, it looks more like a crossover than a traditional SUV with a lower height. It has multiple curves and is sleek and aerodynamic. The car measures 4,830 mm in length, 1,925 mm in width, and 1,620 mm in height with a wheelbase of 2,930 mm.

Notable features on the outside include an "Ocean X" face, "Starlit Ocean" Double-U LED headlights, LED DRLs, "Ocean Horizon" connected LED tail-lamps, flush door handles, sloping roofline, and 20-inch alloy wheels with red brake calipers (Performance variant). The Sealion 7 is available in four colours - Shark Gray, Aurora White, Atlantis Gray and Cosmos Black (our test car).

Build Quality, Fit & Finish

The Sealion 7 is imported into India as a CBU. Overall, the build quality of the car feels impressive. The lower portion of the doors has a little bit of flex (not something to be concerned about), but everywhere else, the sheet metal feels stiff and solid. The panel gaps are tight and consistent across the car. The paint quality is good too.

Wheels & Tyres

The Performance variants of the BYD Sealion 7 gets 20-inch alloy wheels shod with 245/45 section tyres. Our test car had Michelin Pilot Sport tyres. They provided excellent grip in the corners. The recommended tyre pressure is 42 PSI all around, which is on the higher side.

The Premium variant comes with 19-inch wheels and 235/50 & 255/45 section tyres at the front and rear, respectively.

Ground Clearance

BYD hasn’t specified the ground clearance of the Sealion 7. However, it appears to be more than adequate for Indian conditions. Our test car had no issues tackling speed breakers and even some mild off-roading.

Standard & Extended Warranty

This Sealion 7 is powered by an 82.56 kWh Blade Battery that comes with an 8-year warranty.

Besides that, the car gets a low voltage LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery. Those who book the car till 17 February, will be eligible for a 7-year or 1,50,000 km warranty (whichever comes first) on the low voltage battery. Other details about the warranty haven’t been disclosed yet.

Safety

The Sealion 7 is loaded with safety features like 11 airbags, a 360-degree camera, driver attention warning, TPMS, traction control system, ABS + EBD, electronic stability program, hill decent control, hill-hold control, electronic parking brake with auto hold, adaptive cruise control and ISOFIX child seat anchors, electronic child lock, intelligent power brake system, high beam assist and level 2 ADAS features such as automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind spot detection, lane departure warning, lane departure prevention, emergency lane keeping assist, forward collision warning, intelligent cruise control, traffic sign recognition, intelligent speed limit control, front & rear cross-traffic alert & brake and more. Additionally, the Performance variant gets BYD's Intelligence Torque Adaption Control (iTAC) system which adjusts the torque of the front and rear axles dynamically according to road conditions.

The Sealion 7 has not been crash-tested by NCAP or other independent bodies.

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Interior

Cabin Design & Quality

Just like the exterior, BYD has used the Ocean series design for the interior of the Sealion 7. It gets a digital 10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster that is nicely integrated into the dashboard and like other BYD cars, a 15.6-inch rotatable touchscreen head unit in the centre. It has an all-black interior with gunmetal, chrome and glossy black inserts. Soft touch materials including leather have been used at places on the dashboard, door pads and centre console. Even the glovebox lid uses soft touch material. The quality of the plastics used is very good throughout and the fit & finish are excellent.

Space & Comfort

Getting in and out of the Sealion 7 is easy. It’s not low like a sedan or very high off the ground like a traditional SUV. So you don't need to bend down or climb into the cabin - just walk in. On the inside, there’s plenty of space. The front passengers don’t sit too close to each other thanks to a wide centre console. However, the all-black interior doesn’t feel as airy as a lighter-coloured one. Thankfully, the car comes with a large glass roof, which helps matters.

Front seats are draped in genuine leather upholstery. The driver seat is 12-way adjustable (including lumbar and extendable seat base) while the passenger seat is 6-way adjustable. Both front seats are fully electrically adjustable and ventilated. The cushioning is on point.

Driving Position & Ergonomics

Frontal visibility is excellent. As mentioned earlier, both front seats are electrically adjustable, the driver seat gets lumbar and under-thigh support adjustments along with a memory function. The steering gets tilt & telescopic adjustment and it is easy to find a comfortable driving position. However, do note that if you are a taller driver who likes to sit high and upright, due to the angle of the front windshield, you will find yourself sitting too close to the sunvisor.

The ORVMs too come with tilt-on-reverse and position memory functions. The steering wheel has a four-spoke design and is wrapped in leather. It’s nice to hold and has thumb contours as well. The hornpad will be a stretch for those with small hands. Overall, the cabin is well laid out, and all the controls are ergonomically placed.

Cabin Storage

There is a good amount of storage space for the front passengers. The door pockets can accommodate a 1-litre bottle and other small items. The glovebox has a soft lining and is large enough to hold the owner’s manual and other items. You also get a deep storage box under the centre armrest, two adjustable cupholders, one wireless charging pad and a slot to keep another smartphone next to it. A large open storage space with Type-A and Type-C USB charging ports and a 12V power outlet has been provided below the gear console.

Rear passengers get door pockets that can hold a 1-litre bottle and small articles each. The seatbacks of the front seats have a large pocket each and two smaller ones to hold smartphones. Type-A & Type-C USB charging ports and 2 bag hooks have been provided below the rear A/C vents and on the B-pillars, respectively. The rear centre armrest houses two retractable cupholders and a shallow soft-lined storage space with a lid.

Air-Conditioning

The Sealion 7 comes with a dual-zone climate control system. We drove the car in and around Jaipur which was fairly hot. The A/C did an excellent job of cooling the cabin. There’s not much of a drop in the performance of the air conditioning while driving in Eco mode. Rear A/C vents have been provided as well. The car also comes with a built-in CN95 and PM2.5 air filter, which, in today’s day and age, is a necessity in metro cities.

Features

Unique & Noteworthy Features

The Sealion 7 is loaded with features. Noteworthy features include the Vehicle-to-Load mobile power supply function, which transforms the car into a power bank (you will need an adapter that can be purchased as an add-on), a 15.6-inch rotatable touchscreen and a card key that you can tap on the driver-side ORVM to unlock the car.

Apart from these features, the car is equipped with a panoramic glass roof with an electrically operated sunshade, soundproof double-glazed glass (front windshield and front doors), privacy glass (rear windows and rear windshield), ventilated front seats, reclining rear seats, head-up display, 12-speaker DYNAUDIO sound system, 128-colour ambient lighting, electric tailgate with handsfree functionality, automatic headlamps with high beam assist, rain-sensing wipers, wireless charger and smartphone connectivity with wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay.

You do miss out on some features like connected car technology, and a spare wheel.

Audio System & Sound Quality

The Sealion 7 comes with a 15.6-inch floating rotatable touchscreen infotainment head unit. There’s no lag, and jumping through different options and screens is pretty seamless. The interface is very user-friendly, and finding the right function is easy. It comes with a voice assistant, Bluetooth connectivity as well as wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The system is paired with a 12-speaker DYNAUDIO sound system which includes a subwoofer in the boot.

Coming to the sound quality, we found it very clear and with no distortion even at higher volumes. There are lots of settings to play around with. However, we did not find the audio to be as immersive as some other premium systems we have experienced in recent times.

Rear Passengers

Rear Seat Comfort & Space

Despite the coupe-like roofline, getting in and out of the rear seats is easy. The rear seat comes with 3 adjustable headrests and 3-point seatbelts for all 3 passengers. However, the hard backrest in the middle (due to the centre armrest) and rear A/C vents mean that an adult third passenger in the middle won’t be very comfortable. A child will be able to bear it though.

There’s a good amount of knee room and adequate headroom even for tall passengers. The backrest can be reclined for the rear passengers to find a comfortable angle, and the cushioning is spot-on. However, like in most EVs the floor is high and coupled with a low placed seat, it results in a knees-up seating position. Unless you tuck your feet under the front seats, you will complain about a lack of under-thigh support. Rear passengers get a centre armrest with two retractable cupholders and a storage space with a lid, seatback pockets, smartphone pockets, bag hooks, A/C vents and Type-A and Type-C USB charging ports.

Boot Space

The Sealion 7 has a boot space of 500 litres with the rear seats up. The 60:40 split rear seats can be folded down to increase cargo space. Additionally, the frunk can hold 58 litres of luggage.

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Driving the BYD Sealion 7 Performance

Under the bonnet is a 58-litre frunk without a cover:


The Sealion 7 uses BYD's e-Platform 3.0 which is shared with the Seal sedan. As it is an EV-specific platform, the batteries and powertrain have been designed with the EV-specific requirements in mind. This platform comes with cell-to-body technology which integrates the battery and the vehicle body floor together making the battery's sandwich structure evolve into a sandwich structure for the complete vehicle.

As mentioned earlier, the Sealion 7 comes with an 82.56 kWh BYD Blade battery pack. Additionally, the car gets a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) low-voltage battery instead of a lead acid battery. BYD claims that this battery is up to 6 times lighter than a conventional low-voltage battery. It has 5 times better self-discharge consumption and a lifespan of 15 years.

We got to drive the Performance variant which gets all-wheel drive and an electric motor that develops 523 BHP and 690 Nm. It has a motor speed of 23,000 rpm. With your foot on the brake pedal, hit the Start/Stop button to bring the electric motor to life. Shift to ‘D’ mode, take your foot off the brake pedal and the car gets off the line in a very smooth manner.

In the city, you will appreciate the Sealion’s smoothness. The power delivery till part throttle is linear and predictable. No jerks from gearshifts and no engine sound means it is an extremely refined experience. Floor the A pedal and you will be greeted with instant acceleration. Performance is strong with power available right from the get-go. BYD claims a 0-100 km/h time of 4.5 seconds, which, despite the car's 2,340 kg kerb weight, is easily believable. You’ll dart ahead of most cars when the signal turns green.

Out on the highway, the Sealion 7 is a very strong performer. It can get up to triple-digit speeds and maintain them without effort. Overtaking slower vehicles is very easy. Just floor the accelerator pedal and you will zoom past the car ahead. You'll hit silly speeds effortlessly and not even realize it due to the lack of drama (engine noise, etc.). BYD claims that the Sealion 7 can touch a top speed of 215 km/h. However, if you drive hard, the range will drop faster.

There are 3 driving modes to choose from and unlike some other cars, these aren't gimmicky. They're mapped specifically for different driving styles and also change the steering weight.

• Normal Mode: This is the default mode to drive in and works well in the city as well as on the highway. It is a good balance of power and economy. The steering is light in this driving mode.

• Eco Mode: When you want to extract maximum range, this is the mode to engage. The throttle response is dumbed down which results in a smoother drive. However, you never feel that the car is lacking power. There’s still enough power on tap to keep up with the traffic and make those quick overtakes. We found this mode to be the best for driving in the city. The difference in steering weight from normal mode is very small. It almost makes the Normal mode redundant.

• Sport Mode: The throttle response is sharpened, but power is still delivered linearly. It doesn't feel jerky for day-to-day city driving. Push hard and it provides tremendous acceleration. One thing to note is that driving in Sport mode eats up battery faster. So it's best to use this mode on the highways when you want to have some fun while driving. The steering is firmed up in this mode. The brakes feel a little sharper too.

Additionally, there’s a snow mode for better traction in snowy conditions.

Insulation sheet under the bonnet:


Windshield washer fluid reservoir is placed on the left:

Regenerative Braking

BYD has kept it simple with regenerative braking. There are only 2 levels – Standard and High. The Standard level is barely noticeable and if you have the car in this mode, you might end up using the brakes a lot. The High level very much resembles engine braking in IC engine cars. It’s not very intrusive and you won’t be getting a head nod every time you lift off the accelerator. It’s great for driving around in the city as well as on the highways. People wishing to do hypermiling will wish for stronger regeneration from the motor.

Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH)

As is the case with EVs, the Sealion 7 is also super quiet. There’s no engine or gearbox to make any noise, so the overall driving experience is silent. The windshield and front windows feature soundproof double-glazed glass making the car cabin extremely quiet.

At highway speeds, the wind noise is well controlled and the tyre noise is par for the course. The motor spins silently at high speeds and the whine is very well controlled.

Range

The Premium and Performance variants come with a claimed range of 567 km and 542 km, respectively. That is however the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) range which is an indicated number. In real-world driving conditions, you can expect lower figures. We were not able to perform a real-world range test in the short time that we had with the car. We’ll wait for some ownership reviews for a clearer picture of the car's real-world range.

Charging

When you buy a BYD Sealion, you get a complimentary 7 kW home charger along with free installation. BYD has not shared the charging time though. If you ever run out of battery, you can always contact BYD’s roadside assistance.

The car has an AC charging port - Type 2 (11kW) as well as a DC Charging Port - CCS 2 (150kW). You also get a 3kW portable charger that can be plugged into any 15 Amp socket (the larger 3-pin sockets used for ACs and fridges), but that would take a very long time to charge from 0-100%.

Suspension

Ride Comfort

The Sealion gets a double wishbone suspension at the front and multi-link suspension at the rear. It comes with frequency selective damping shock absorbers. The Performance variant rides on 20-inch wheels shod with 245/45 section tyres. The low-speed ride is firm and all the cracks and bumps on the road are felt inside the cabin. What's nice is that the suspension works silently. The recommended tyre pressure is a rather high 42 psi and at this pressure, you do feel a lot of the road. Dropping the pressure while driving in the city might make the ride more comfortable.

At higher speeds, the ride does improve, but big potholes will register themselves inside and you will have to be careful while tackling them.

The Premium variant runs on 19-inch wheels slightly taller rubber. It might have a better ride.

Handling & Dynamics

In a straight line, the Sealion 7 feels very stable. It doesn’t feel nervous and maintains its composure at high speeds. The stiff suspension keeps the car planted while going over some undulations or expansion joints.

Coming to handling, the body roll is very well controlled and the Sealion 7 changes direction easily without any unnerving incidents. The Michelin Pilot Sport tyres that our test car was shod with provided excellent grip at all speeds. Even on hard cornering, the Sealion 7 never felt nervous.

Steering

The Sealion 7 comes with an electric power steering. This is a nice unit and easy to operate as well. It is very light at city speeds which makes it very user-friendly. The steering weighs up fairly well on the highways. It is accurate but relays little feedback.

Braking

The Sealion 7 has ventilated and drilled discs at the front and ventilated discs at the rear. The Performance variant gets red calipers. The car has good stopping power and emergency braking situations are handled well too. On the flip side, the brake pedal lacks feel and takes some time to get used to.

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BYD Sealion 7 Exterior Images

"Ocean X" front styling is unique. However, we did not find the Sealion 7 grabbing too much attention on the road:


Rear features an LED light bar connecting the tail-lamps, a prominent roof spoiler, another spoiler on the tailgate and a bumper with a diffuser:


Viewed from the side, the Sealion 7's coupe-like sloping roofline is obvious. There are a couple of character lines and black plastic cladding on the side and around the wheel arches:


The Sealion 7 measures 4,830 mm in length, 1,925 mm in width and 1,620 mm in height with a wheelbase of 2,930 mm. It has a turning radius of 5.85 m:


Overall build quality and fit & finish are impressive. The paint job is top-notch too:


Double-U floating LED headlamps come with high beam assist. Plain Jane LED DRLs are located below. They double up as turn-indicators:


As in the case of most EVs, there is no radiator grille. The bumper gets an air dam and a faux skid plate underneath:


Front camera is located in the centre, just above the number plate, while the ADAS sensor sits in the middle of the air dam:


Ends of the front bumper feature thin air curtains:


Fully protected and absolutely flat undercarriage:


Sensor box sits on the windshield behind the IRVM:


Bonnet is raised on the sides and features a prominent centre dome:


Glossy black insert with "BYD DESIGN" lettering on the front panels:


ORVMs get integrated LED turn-indicators:


The car can be locked/unlocked by touching an NFC card at the top of the ORVM. The camera for the 360-degree view system and puddle lamp is mounted on the underside:


Flush-fitting door handles pop out when the car is unlocked:


The glass area lets sufficient light into the cabin. Rear windows get privacy glasses:


Strong character lines run on the sides. Black plastic cladding gets a thin silver insert:


20-inch alloy wheels shod with 245/45 Michelin Pilot Sport tyres. Ventilated and drilled disc brakes with red calipers at the front:


Ventilated disc brakes at the rear:


Wheel wells get full cladding whether it is at the front or rear:


Comes with AC and DC charging options. A charge indicator is located on the right of the ports (hidden in this image). The car also gets a Vehicle To Load function allowing it to be used as a portable power supply for electrical devices:


Large panoramic glass roof lets in plenty of light:


Rear end of the roof section features a sporty-looking spoiler:


The roof spoiler is very prominent and houses the stop lamp:


EV and AWD badges are pasted on the left of the tailgate, while the make and model are denoted on the right. The 4.5S badge denotes the 0-100 km/h time of the Performance variant:


Another prominent spoiler is placed just above the tail lamps:


All-LED tail-lamp clusters get attractive detailing sequential turn-indicators:


Sides of the tail-lamps feature BYD TECH lettering:


LED reversing lamps are located just below the LED connecting strip towards the inner ends of the tail-lamp clusters:


Rear bumper features multiple cuts and creases and a faux diffuser at the bottom. It houses slim reflectors at the ends and four parking sensors. RHS unit houses a fog lamp:


Rear camera and electromagnetic tailgate release are located just above the rear number plate:


Full underbody protection at the rear as well:

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BYD Sealion 7 Interior Images

The interiors of the Sealion 7 are very well put together. Leather and soft-touch materials have been used in various places. Quality and fit & finish are of a high order:


Chunky leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel with four spokes gets white stitching. It gets silver inserts and manual tilt & telescopic adjustment:


Press the bottom left button on the left spoke to change the orientation of the touchscreen from landscape to portrait and vice versa. The button next to it is to operate the 360-degree camera system. Other buttons on the left spoke are for the ADAS features. Controls for the multimedia, MID and infotainment are placed on the right spoke:


Head-up display is clear but one needs to adjust the projection according to his/her height:


A-pillars house tweeters. RHS unit also holds the driver fatigue monitor:


10.25-inch digital LCD instrument cluster provides all the necessary information including a digital speedometer at the top along with the selected gear, compass, time and outside temperature. ADAS-related functions are displayed in the middle:


On the right, you can see the track played, the instantaneous kW usage and odometer and two trip meters:


On the left, you have the TPMS, the consumption, battery status and range:


The selected regeneration level is displayed next to the temperature:


Other status warnings are displayed on the right:


The animated car is a reflection of your vehicle. It shows the various lights that are switched on (including the sequential turn indicators and stop lamps) and the other road users that you are passing such as other cars, pedestrians and cyclists. Instrument cluster indicates when you switch between the drive modes - Eco, Normal, Sport and Snow Land:


An acceleration timer has been provided as well:


Wiper controls are on the left and the light controls are on the right stalk. These stalks feel robust and nice to use:


Button to switch between the odometer and trip meters is placed on the side of the right stalk. Long press it to reset the trip meters:


Door pads get leather and brushed silver inserts and ambient lighting:


Top of the doorpad is wide and gets leather cladding. Door handles have a "lift up" action. ORVM & window switch control panel also houses buttons for the rear door child locks. All 4 windows get a one-touch up-and-down function. Boot release is also housed on the doorpad. The door pocket can hold a 1-litre bottle and other small items:


Door sills get "BYD" branded scuff plates:


Bolstered sports seats get genuine leather upholstery with ventilation. Driver seat gets memory function:


Both front seats are fully electrically adjustable. Driver seat is 12-way adjustable (including lumbar and extendable seat base) while the passenger seat is 6-way adjustable:


The driver seat with the seat base in the regular and extended position:


Centre armrest is wide and gets a soft leather cladding with contrast white stitching:


Bonnet release lever is tucked under the dashboard, next to the OBD port. You have to pull on it twice to unlock the bonnet:


Pedals are well-spaced out. The wide dead pedal has a comfortable angle:


ORVMs are wide enough to give a good view of happenings at the rear. They are electrically heated and come with blind-spot warnings:


IRVM is large enough to cover the rear windshield. It gets an auto-dimming function:


Thanks to the angle of the windshield and thick C-pillars, the rearward visibility is poor:


Centre speaker is located on top of the dashboard:


15.6-inch touchscreen has a crisp display and no lag:


It can be rotated with a finger touch:


One can choose his favourite themes and wallpaper:


Music is played through a 12-speaker DYNAUDIO sound system. One can play with multiple settings. Audio quality is clear:


Multiple functions and settings can be accessed through the touchscreen:


These include chassis dynamics, lights, head-up display, air-conditioning, ORVMs, seats, doors and windows and more:


The air-conditioner, seat ventilation and air purifier can be operated through the touchscreen. You can also schedule the functioning of the air-conditioner:


Your driving data, energy consumption, charging settings, etc. are displayed:


ADAS features can be set to your liking as well:


Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto have been provided. Android Auto can be used via a USB cable too:


360-degree camera setup is pretty good and allows you to view the car from various angles. There are multiple options that you can explore to understand your surroundings better:


Blind view monitor is displayed in the corner of the touchscreen:


Plain and simple A/C vents with air volume controllers:


You get two slots to keep your mobile phone. The one on the passenger side has 50W wireless charging with a cooling vent:


Crystal gearshifter looks funky. Around the gear shifter are the start/stop button, electronic parking brake, hazard lights switch and controls for the volume control, auto hold, audio, climate control, blower, defogger, blind spot warning, regeneration and drive modes:


Two cupholders are located on the centre console. Both are adjustable for height:


Centre armrest has a deep storage bin underneath. It has a soft lining:


Type-A and Type-C USB ports as well as a 12V power outlet are located below the gear console:


Storage area below the gear console is large and has a soft lining:


Passenger side of the dashboard has a screen that plays an animation when the motor is started:


Glovebox cover uses soft touch material:


Well-sized glovebox gets a soft lining:


Roof bezel features two individual map lights. It also holds the Bluetooth mic and touch-type controls for the glass roof cover:


Both sun visors get vanity mirrors with flaps and illumination:


Panoramic glass roof is enormous:


Rear doorpads have a similar design to the front ones:


As mentioned earlier, rear windows get privacy glasses:


"BYD" branded scuff plates have been provided at the rear as well:


Legroom is sufficient even for tall passengers. The floor is flat:


Headroom is sufficient as well. You can easily tuck your feet under the front seats:


Those who do not have the habit of tucking their feet under the front seat will sit in a knees-up position and find the under-thigh support lacking.


All three rear seat passengers get three-point seatbelts and adjustable headrests. ISOFIX child seat mounts are a part of the standard equipment:


Seatbacks can be reclined or folded individually using a plastic lever on the top:


Here's the difference in the angles between the minimum and maximum positions:


Wide centre armrest houses two retractable cupholders and a shallow storage bin with a cover:


Window is adequately large. Along with the glass roof, it prevents the rear from getting claustrophobic:


One large seatback pocket and two smartphone holders have been provided behind each of the front seats:


Foldable grab handles have been provided above each passenger door. White LED reading lamps are located above the rear doors:


Nifty bag hooks on both B-pillars:


Rear A/C vents do not get an air volume controller:


Type-A and Type-C USB ports have been provided below:


Boot is spacious with a luggage capacity of 500 litres:


The luggage compartment floor is adjustable. This is with the floor placed at the higher level:


Speakers and lights have been provided on both sides of the boot. LHS gets a bag hook as well as a net to hold the first aid kit. The cable to release the charging cable from the port and subwoofer are on the RHS. High-quality foldable metal tie-down points have been provided as well. Under the boot floor is a small storage bin. Under that is the puncture repair kit housed in a Styrofoam casing. Unfortunately, no spare tyre has been provided:


Tailgate has full cladding on the inside. It is electrical and has hands-free functions. Area where the tailgate meets the roof also gets plastic cladding. No cost-cutting here. Boot lip gets shiny silver strips:


With both the rear seats folded forward, you get much more cargo space:


Disclaimer: BYD invited Team-BHP for the Sealion 7 test-drive. They covered all the travel expenses for this driving event.

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[autohead115]

Great review, I think the byd sealion 7 will have many takers, even more so than the seal given the SUV practicality. I have been trying to find the 19inch wheels version, does anyone have the premium variant alloys design, i think the longer range and a better ride would be my pick over the quicker acceleration, the 6 second 0-100 is quick enough.

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If BYD prices it aggressively at 55 lacs on road, at or below the BMW ix1 lwb, then BYD will achieve strong sales.
After a long time, we might have a car that is worthy of its price in the 40 to 70 lacs price bracket.

[shyampsunder]

Originally Posted by Aditya

Besides that, the car gets a low voltage LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery. Those who book the car till 17 February, will be eligible for a 7-year or 1,50,000 km warranty (whichever comes first) on the low voltage battery. Other details about the warranty haven’t been disclosed yet.

Great detailed review!

I think this is the first car in India which uses LFP for low voltage needs.

Given that cars have become very reliable, 12V battery related issues have become the biggest source of irritant even on cars perceived to have good reliability like Toyota.

Moving to LFP will cut down these issues drastically but I wonder how much these batteries cost which will determine their adoption. It's a no brainer for luxury vehicles.

[itwasntme]

Originally Posted by autohead115

I have been trying to find the 19inch wheels version, does anyone have the premium variant alloys design, i think the longer range and a better ride would be my pick over the quicker acceleration, the 6 second 0-100 is quick enough.

This is the Premium version as sold in Malaysia:

https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/elect...ml#post5917126 (BYD India unveils the Sealion 7 Pure Performance Electric SUV)

[shobhit.shri]

I test drove the car this weekend, and I must add that this easily beats Q3, Skoda kodiaq and equivalents on most parameters. This is simply an outstanding car with no competition on this side of 1 cr! If BYD prices it sensibly, considering their brand value at this point, they have a market leader in their hand.

[SR-71]

Unlike Seal the Sealion seems to get a roof cover though it’s not entirely clear in the pictures. If this is the case, given its SUV stance, it seems to be a more compelling buy compared to it’s sedan sibling.

[sarathlal]

Originally Posted by SR-71

Unlike Seal the Sealion seems to get a roof cover though it’s not entirely clear in the pictures. If this is the case, given its SUV stance, it seems to be a more compelling buy compared to it’s sedan sibling.

Yes it does have a full length roof cover. Quite a strong one as well.

Originally Posted by autohead115

I have been trying to find the 19inch wheels version, does anyone have the premium variant alloys design

This is the 19 inch from the display vehicle

[sarathlal]

The BYD Sealion 7 has been launched in India with prices starting from Rs 48.90 lakh (introductory ex-showroom, pan-India).


Premium Rs 48.90 lakh
Performance Rs 54.90 lakh

Source: https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-n...7.htm#leadForm