The BYD SEALION 7 AWD Excellence, launched in December 2024 across Europe, is a fully electric, all-wheel-drive SUV built on BYD’s e-Platform 3.0. It features a 91.3 kWh usable Blade battery and 390 kW (530 PS) of power, delivering a 0–100 km/h sprint in just 4.5 seconds. It supports DC fast charging up to 230 kW, achieving 10–80% charge in 24 minutes.
Real-world range estimates place it around 430 km, with efficiency at 212 Wh/km under average driving conditions. The SEALION 7 is priced from £58,990 in the UK, offering a premium option in the large electric SUV market.
BYD SEALION 7 AWD Excellence – Full Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Launch | Available since Dec 2024 (NL/DE), Feb 2025 (UK) |
| Price | UK: £58,990 NL: €58,190 DE: €58,990 |
| Performance | 390 kW (530 PS) 690 Nm 0–100 km/h: 4.5 sec Top speed: 215 km/h |
| Battery | 93.0 kWh gross / 91.3 kWh usable LFP, Blade battery 800V architecture |
| Range | Real: 430 km (est. 310–610 km) WLTP: 502 km |
| Consumption | Real: 212 Wh/km WLTP: 219 Wh/km |
| AC Charging | Type 2, 11 kW – 0–100% in 9h 45m |
| DC Charging | CCS, up to 230 kW – 10–80% in 24 min |
| Charging Speed | AC: 44 km/h DC: 750 km/h |
| Body Type | Large SUV, 5 seats, AWD |
| Dimensions | L: 4830 mm W: 1925 mm H: 1620 mm Wheelbase: 2930 mm |
| Weight | Unladen: 2510 kg GVWR: 2845 kg Payload: 410 kg |
| Cargo Volume | Rear: 520 L Max: 1789 L Frunk: 58 L |
| Seats & Comfort | 5 seats 3 ISOFIX points Heat pump: Standard |
| Towing Capacity | Unbraked: 750 kg Braked: 1500 kg Vertical: 150 kg |
| Turning Circle | 11.7 m |
| Platform | BYD e-Platform 3.0 |
| Bidirectional Charging | V2L supported (3.3 kW via adapter) V2H/V2G not supported |
| Plug & Charge | Not supported |
| Safety Rating | Euro NCAP 2025 Adult: 87% Child: 93% VRU: 76% Assist: 79% |
The BYD SEALION 7 AWD Excellence combines powerful performance, long range, and ultra-fast charging in a family-sized package. Its Blade battery, 800V system, and AWD configuration position it competitively in the premium EV market.
