BYD Sealion 7 vs Tesla Model Y - Which One Should You Buy

BYD Sealion 7 vs Tesla Model Y Comparison at CarHP India. Compare BYD Sealion 7 and Tesla Model Y Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The BYD Sealion 7 comes in 4 variants. The selected variant is priced at ₹49.40 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Premium Anniversary Edition, costs ₹49.40 Lakh, while the top-end variant, Performance, is priced at ₹55.90 Lakh. The Tesla Model Y comes in 2 variants. The selected variant is priced at ₹50.89 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Premium RWD, costs ₹50.89 Lakh, while the top-end variant, L Premium AWD, is priced at ₹61.99 Lakh.

Specification	BYD Sealion 7	Tesla Model Y
Price	₹49.40 Lakh	₹50.89 Lakh
Engine	Electric	Electric
Motor	Permanent Magnet Synchronous	Permanent magnet synchronous
Range	567 km km	500 km km
Transmission	1-Speed	Single Speed

Price

₹49.40 Lakh

₹50.89 Lakh

Engine

Electric

Motor

Permanent Magnet Synchronous

Permanent magnet synchronous

Range

567 km km

500 km km

Transmission

1-Speed

Single Speed

BYD Sealion 7

₹ 49.40 Lakh

Premium Anniversary Edition

Tesla Model Y

₹ 50.89 Lakh

Premium RWD

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

308bhp

Max Torque

380Nm

Battery Capacity

82.56 kWh kWh

60 kWh

Battery Saver

Charging Options

7.2kW, 11kW and 150kW

Performance Specifications

Acceleration 0 100kmph

6.7

5.9

Fuel Specifications

Battery Type

Blade Battery

Emission Norm Compliance

ZEV

Fuel Type

Electric

Max Range

567 km km

500 km km

Dimensions and Design

Gross Weight

2635 kg

Ground Clearance

167 mm

Ground Clearance Laden

138 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

167 mm

Height

1620 mm

1624 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

500 Litres

822 Litres

Boot Space Rear Seat Folding

2138 Litres

Seating Capacity

5, 6

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Front Track

1660 mm

Rear Track

1660 mm

Tyre Size

F 235/50 R19 R 255/45 R19

255/45 R19

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Ventilated & Drilled Disc

Disc

Front Suspension

Double wishbone suspension

Rear Brake Type

Ventilated Disc

Disc

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Shock Absorbers Type

FSD

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Adaptive Cruise Control

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Automatic Emergency Braking

Blind Spot Camera

Interior Features

Additional Features

Metal door sill protectors

Driver seat-mounted airbag on the inside portion of the seat

Digital Cluster

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Upholstery

Leather

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Active Noise Cancellation

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height & Reach

Powered Adjustment

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Apple Carplay

Bluetooth Connectivity

Digital Car Key

Digital Cluster Size

10.25 Inch Inch

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Hands-Free

Fog Lights

Rear

Led Drls

Led Fog Lamps

Led Headlamps

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

BYD Sealion 7 - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹39,52,000

Interest: 9.5%

₹3,75,440

Down Payment (20%)

₹9,88,000

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹82,999/month

Tesla Model Y - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹40,71,200

Interest: 9.5%

₹3,86,764

Down Payment (20%)

₹10,17,800

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹85,503/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in BYD Sealion 7

Stylish and modern coupe-like SUV design.
Luxurious and high-tech interior with a large rotatable touchscreen.

Things We Like in Tesla Model Y

Very impressive range often crossing 500 km im real world
The interior is quite well made with premium materials all around

Things We Don't Like in BYD Sealion 7

BYD's service network is still expanding in India compared to established players.
The rotatable touchscreen might not appeal to everyone.

Things We Don't Like in Tesla Model Y

FSD is a 6 lakhs option and is still not approved, meh
White interior is about 1 lakhs extra

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