BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs Jaecoo J7 SHS
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i and the Jaecoo J7 SHS as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mobility Access Philippines Ventures, Inc. (BYD Cars Philippines), an ACMobility company and Omoda & Jaecoo Motor Philippines Inc. Last verified .
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BYD Sealion 5 DM-i
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱1,268,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱22,066
Photo: Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines, via omodajaecoo.com.
Jaecoo J7 SHS
1.5 SHS Comfort variant
- SRP
- ₱1,399,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱24,345
How they differ
- The BYD Sealion 5 DM-i is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,268,000, which is ₱131,000 (9%) below the Jaecoo J7 SHS at ₱1,399,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Sealion 5 DM-i is estimated at ₱22,066 a month against ₱24,345 for the J7 SHS, a difference of ₱2,279 a month.
- The J7 SHS makes more power (278.9 PS against 197 PS for the Sealion 5 DM-i).
- The J7 SHS has more torque (365 Nm against 300 Nm for the Sealion 5 DM-i).
- The Sealion 5 DM-i is the longer vehicle (4,738 mm against 4,500 mm for the J7 SHS).
- The J7 SHS sits higher off the ground (174 mm against 156 mm for the Sealion 5 DM-i).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD Sealion 5 DM-iStandard, ₱1,268,000 | Jaecoo J7 SHS1.5 SHS Comfort, ₱1,399,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Super DM-i plug-in hybrid: 1.5L high-efficiency generator engine with permanent magnet synchronous motor | 1.5L turbo gasoline plug-in hybrid (141 hp / 215 Nm engine plus 201 hp / 310 Nm motor) |
| Displacement (differs) | 1500 cc | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 197 PS | 278.9 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 300 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 24.4 km/L |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 12.96 kWh | 18.3 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) |
| Electric range (differs) | 71 km | 90 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC (electric only) | WLTP |
| Motor power (differs) | 145 kW | 149.9 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | 3.3 kW | 6.6 kW |
| DC fast charging (differs) | n/a | 40 kW |
| Charging time (differs) | AC 4.5 h from 15% to 100% | DC 30-80% in about 20 min; AC 30-80% about 180 min |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | Dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT) |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4738 mm | 4500 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1860 mm | 1865 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2712 mm | 2672 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 156 mm | 174 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1675 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.8 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 52 L | 60 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 520 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front brake | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brake | Solid disc | Solid disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 225/60 R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | 19" alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | n/a |
| Airbags (differs) | 6 | 7 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Rear camera, 4 rear parking sensors, cruise control | ADAS incl. adaptive cruise with traffic jam assist, AEB, blind spot detection, lane keeping, rear cross traffic alert, driver monitoring; 540-degree camera with under-chassis view |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 10.1-inch rotating touchscreen | 14.8" HD touchscreen, 8 Sony speakers |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 8.8-inch LCD | 10.25" digital cluster |
| Headlight (differs) | LED | n/a |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with push-button start, NFC card | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | Combined range up to 1,001 km; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); top speed 170 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 8.3 s | 50 W wireless charger; flush retracting door handles; column-mounted shifter; 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 7 years or 200,000 km, whichever comes first (bumper to bumper) |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (battery, motor and electric control system) |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.