Volkswagen Golf GTi vs BYD Sealion 7 - Which One Should You Buy

Volkswagen Golf GTi vs BYD Sealion 7 Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Volkswagen Golf GTi and BYD Sealion 7 Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

Volkswagen Golf GTi

50.91 Lakh

BYD Sealion 7

48.90 Lakh

Pros & Cons

Volkswagen Golf GTi

  • Advanced and modern interior with large digital displays.
  • Engaging and precise driving dynamics with confident handling.
  • Comprehensive suite of safety features, including ADAS.
  • Practical hatchback body style for daily usability.
  • Powerful 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with strong performance.
  • High-quality interior materials and build.
  • Iconic hot hatchback status and heritage.

BYD Sealion 7

  • Stylish and modern coupe-like SUV design.
  • Luxurious and high-tech interior with a large rotatable touchscreen.
  • Advanced Blade Battery technology and e-Platform 3.0 Evo.
  • Competitive range options.
  • Strong performance, especially in the Performance variant.
  • High Euro NCAP 5-star safety rating and comprehensive ADAS.
  • Competitive pricing for a premium electric SUV.
Engine and Performance

The Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI is powered by a 2.0l tsi engine producing a maximum power of 261bhp@5250-6500rpm and maximum torque of 370Nm@1600-4500rpm. The BYD Sealion 7 Premium is powered by a electric motor producing a maximum power of 308bhp and maximum torque of 380Nm.

Max Power
261bhp@5250-6500rpm
308bhp
Max Torque
370Nm@1600-4500rpm
380Nm
Displacement
1984 cc
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No. of Cylinders
4
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Battery Capacity
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82.56 kWh
Fuel Specifications

The BYD Sealion 7 Premium runs on electricity and achieves a maximum range of 567 km.

Battery Type
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Blade Battery
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 Litres
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Max Range
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567 km
Dimensions and Design

The Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI has a height of 1471 mm, length measures 4289 mm, width is 1789 mm. The BYD Sealion 7 Premium has a height of 1620 mm, length measures 4830 mm, width is 1925 mm.

Body Type
Hatchback
SUV
Gross Weight
1950
2635 kg
Ground Clearance
136 mm
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Height
1471 mm
1620 mm
Kerb Weight
1454
2225
Interior Specifications

The Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI offers a boot space of 380 Litres. The BYD Sealion 7 Premium offers a boot space of 500 Litres.

Boot Space
380 Litres
500 Litres
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
1237 Litres
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No. of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
5
Wheels & Tires

The Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI offers wheel and tyre features such as Alloy Wheels. Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI runs on tyres sized 225/40 R18. The BYD Sealion 7 Premium offers wheel and tyre features such as Alloy Wheels. BYD Sealion 7 Premium runs on tyres sized F 235/50 R19 R 255/45 R19.

Alloy Wheel Size Front
18 Inch
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Alloy Wheel Size Rear
18 Inch
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Alloy Wheels
Front Track
1535 mm
1660 mm
Rear Track
1513 mm
1660 mm
Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Multi-link suspension at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Disc at the rear. The BYD Sealion 7 Premium uses a Double wishbone suspension setup at the front and a Multi-link suspension at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Ventilated & Drilled Disc at the front and Ventilated Disc at the rear.

Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated & Drilled Disc
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Double wishbone suspension
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Suspension
Multi-link suspension
Multi-link suspension
Shock Absorbers Type
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FSD
Safety Features

The Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Seat Belt Warning, and and many more. The BYD Sealion 7 Premium comes equipped with safety features like 360 View Camera, Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Blind Spot Monitor, Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, Blind Spot Camera, Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Seat Belt Warning, and and many more.

360 View Camera
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Anti Lock Braking System Abs
Anti Theft Alarm
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Anti Theft Device
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Interior Features

The Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI includes interior features such as Tachometer, Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, Digital Cluster, and Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector. The BYD Sealion 7 Premium includes interior features such as Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel and Digital Cluster.

Additional Features
Illuminated VW logo (front) | Illuminated trim between headlamps and rear lamps | Lighting animation (wake-up & goodbye effect) | Signature red styling line (grille) | Red "GTI" badges (grille, doors, trunk lid) | Red brake calipers | IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights | X-shaped honeycomb fog lights (5 LEDs) | Body-coloured bumpers, air deflectors, and spoiler | Illuminated door handle recesses | R18 "Richmond" diamond-turned wheels | 3D LED rear lamps with dynamic turn signals | Black glossy spoiler fins on boot lid | Twin chrome exhaust tailpipes | Sound & heat-insulated laminated safety glass | Dual-tone signature horn
58L Front Trunk capacity, Panoramic glass roof, Electronic hidden door handles, Door mirror position memory, Auto windows with anti-trap, Privacy glass - rear door, rear quarter and rear windscreen, Sequential rear indicators
Ambient Light Colour Numbers
30
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Digital Cluster
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI offers Adjustable Headrest, Automatic Climate Control, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Rear Ac Vents, Voice Assisted Sunroof, and and many more. For comfort, the BYD Sealion 7 Premium offers Adjustable Headrest, Air Quality Control, Automatic Climate Control, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Rear Ac Vents, Ventilated Seats, and and many more.

Accessory Power Outlet
Active Noise Cancellation
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Adjustable Headlamps
Adjustable Headrest
Adjustable Steering
Height & Reach
Height & Reach
Infotainment Features

In terms of infotainment, the Volkswagen Golf GTi 2.0 TSI offers Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Inbuilt Assistant, Multi Function Steering Wheel, Wireless Phone Charging, and and many more. In terms of infotainment, the BYD Sealion 7 Premium offers Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Multi Function Steering Wheel, Wireless Phone Charging, Radio, and and many more.

Android Auto
Antenna
Shark Fin
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Apple Carplay
Bluetooth Connectivity
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Volkswagen Golf GTi
Volkswagen Golf GTi

2.0 TSI

50.91 Lakh

BYD Sealion 7
BYD Sealion 7

Premium

48.90 Lakh