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The 2025 BYD Sealion 7 arrives as the brand’s second all-electric mid-sized SUV after the plug-in Sealion 6.
A direct Tesla Model Y competitor, the Sealion 7 aims to broaden BYD’s local presence, featuring a large 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen and a firm, Euro-flavored chassis tune for stable city and highway driving.
Priced from $54,990 (Premium) to $63,990 (Performance) before on-road costs, BYD’s new EV manages to undercut many direct rivals while providing decent occupant space, a premium-leaning interior, and user-friendly controls.
While styling is on the subdued side and real-world efficiency is yet to be proven, the Sealion 7’s well-rounded offering and relatively low buy-in make it an intriguing alternative among electric family SUVs.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Crisp ride and tidy handling; firmer tune than earlier BYDs
- Straightforward cabin design with some physical controls
- Highly competitive pricing undercuts Tesla Model Y
- Good interior space, especially in the second row
Cons
- Performance variant offers minimal advantage for +$9000
- Energy consumption, real range unknown at time of testing
- Some throttle ‘flywheel’ effect on lift-off
- Exterior styling lacks strong identity
Specs
- Body Style: 5-door, 5-seat mid-sized SUV
- Platform: e-Platform 3.0 (BYD)
- Launched: 2025 in Australia
- Battery (both variants): 82.56kWh LFP (Blade)
Motor(s) & Driveline:
- Premium: Single RWD (230kW, 380Nm)
- Performance: Dual AWD (390kW, 690Nm)
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Find me a dealInterior & Features
A 15.6-inch rotating infotainment screen dominates the cockpit, housing all major functions including the climate controls. Leather upholstery, power front seats, and a large glass roof come standard, with the Premium and Performance sharing most features.
The Performance adds heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel. Both trims offer a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a full suite of USB outlets (USB-A, USB-C), plus a sub-boot in the nose for 50 litres of extra cargo.
Engine & Fuel Economy
Premium single-motor RWD (230kW/380Nm) claims 482km (WLTP). Performance dual-motor AWD (390kW/690Nm) manages 456km, with a feisty 0–100km/h in 4.5s.
Both use an 82.56kWh LFP battery with max 150kW DC charging and 11kW AC. Observed short test usage around 19kWh/100km, though real efficiency data awaits further testing.
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Expert Media Reviews
Score: 8.4 / 10
"BYD’s newest model in Australia is now on sale, and there’s a lot to like about this pure-electric Tesla Model Y challenger."
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Score: 7.5 / 10
"A compelling new entry in the EV mid-sized SUV race, albeit not without some rough edges in real-world efficiency and final polish."
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Score: 81 / 100
"BYD’s next-gen SUV leverages strong design and a comfortable driving experience, making it a worthy alternative to more established EV players."
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Score: 7.4 / 10
"Refined cabin meets a potent e-powertrain, though some may find the styling and occupant packaging less striking than direct rivals."
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"The dual-motor variant is surprisingly quick but overshadowed by the excellent value in the single-motor model’s real-world capability."
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"Chinese giant unleashes its alternative to the Tesla Model Y – the Sealion 7 – in Australia, with promising comfort and tech for families."
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Safety Rating
The BYD Sealion 7 is yet to receive an ANCAP or Euro NCAP rating. Standard active safety includes:
- AEB (pedestrians, cyclists)
- Lane-keep & emergency lane-keep
- Adaptive cruise control w/ front collision warning
- Driver attention monitor
- Blind-spot monitor & rear cross-traffic alert
- Safe exit warning
- Surround-view camera system
Up to 9 airbags, including a driver’s far-side unit.
Reliability Rating
BYD’s e-Platform 3.0 is tried and tested in the Seal and Atto 3, but the Sealion 7 is a new packaging variant. So far, brand reliability is decent though limited by short history outside China.
Comprehensive after-sales support is growing with more BYD Experience Centres. Warranty coverage stands at 6 years/150,000km (vehicle) and 8 years/160,000km (battery).
Cost of Ownership
- Warranty: 6 years/150,000km vehicle, 8 years/160,000km battery
- Servicing: 12 months/20,000km intervals (10-year schedule)
- Average 10-year service total: $4157 (Premium), $4377 (Performance)
- Roadside: 12 months standard, extendable if serviced at BYD
No free servicing or included charge credit is announced at time of writing.
Conclusion
The 2025 BYD Sealion 7 refines the brand’s approach to mid-sized electric SUVs, packing a comfortable, firmish chassis tune, large rotating touchscreen, and premium interior flair.
With a sub-$55k starting point, it undercuts Tesla’s Model Y while delivering a near-equal everyday user experience, if not quite matching the Model Y in brand cachet or outright range. The Performance AWD offers exhilarating acceleration yet questionable value at $9000 extra.
Overall, the Sealion 7’s easygoing manners, minimal driver annoyance, and strong feature set should appeal to families wanting a practical, well-priced EV SUV – especially in the sweet-spot Premium spec.
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