BYD Sealion 5 DM-i vs Suzuki XL7 Hybrid
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i and the Suzuki XL7 Hybrid 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 Suzuki Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Sealion 5 DM-i
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱1,268,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱22,066
Photo: Suzuki Philippines, via auto.suzuki.com.ph.
Suzuki XL7 Hybrid
GLX AT Hybrid Black Edition variant
- SRP
- ₱1,259,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱21,909
How they differ
- The Suzuki XL7 Hybrid is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,259,000, which is ₱9,000 (1%) below the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i at ₱1,268,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the XL7 Hybrid is estimated at ₱21,909 a month against ₱22,066 for the Sealion 5 DM-i, a difference of ₱157 a month.
- The Sealion 5 DM-i makes more power (197 PS against 104.7 PS for the XL7 Hybrid).
- The Sealion 5 DM-i has more torque (300 Nm against 138 Nm for the XL7 Hybrid).
- The Sealion 5 DM-i is the longer vehicle (4,738 mm against 4,450 mm for the XL7 Hybrid).
- The XL7 Hybrid sits higher off the ground (200 mm against 156 mm for the Sealion 5 DM-i).
- The XL7 Hybrid seats 7, the Sealion 5 DM-i seats 5.
- They differ in powertrain: the Sealion 5 DM-i has a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the XL7 Hybrid a combustion engine.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD Sealion 5 DM-iStandard, ₱1,268,000 | Suzuki XL7 HybridGLX AT Hybrid Black Edition, ₱1,259,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Super DM-i plug-in hybrid: 1.5L high-efficiency generator engine with permanent magnet synchronous motor | K15B 1.5L 4-cylinder 16-valve with VVT and 12V mild hybrid |
| Displacement (differs) | 1500 cc | 1462 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 197 PS | 104.7 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 300 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 4,400 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | Multipoint injection |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 4 |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 12.96 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | Lithium-ion (12V mild hybrid) |
| Electric range (differs) | 71 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC (electric only) | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 145 kW | 1.77 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | 3.3 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | AC 4.5 h from 15% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4738 mm | 4450 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2712 mm | 2740 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 156 mm | 200 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1675 kg | 1200 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.8 m | 5.2 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | 7 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 52 L | 45 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 520 L | 153 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut with coil spring |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | Torsion beam with coil spring |
| Front brake | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | Drum |
| Tyres (differs) | 225/60 R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | Black alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS | ABS with EBD | ABS with EBD |
| Airbags (differs) | 6 | 2 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Rear camera, 4 rear parking sensors, cruise control | n/a |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 10.1-inch rotating touchscreen | 10-inch touchscreen with GPS navigation |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 8.8-inch LCD | n/a |
| Headlight | LED | LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with push-button start, NFC card | Keyless push start |
| 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 | n/a |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | n/a |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | n/a |
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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.