BYD Sealion 7 vs Kia EV5
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Sealion 7 and the Kia EV5 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 KP Motors Corporation (Kia Philippines, an ACMobility subsidiary). Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Sealion 7
AWD Performance variant
- SRP
- ₱2,588,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱45,036
Photo: Kia Philippines, via kiaphilippines.com.
Kia EV5
GL variant
- SRP
- ₱2,318,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱40,338
How they differ
- The Kia EV5 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,318,000, which is ₱270,000 (10%) below the BYD Sealion 7 at ₱2,588,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the EV5 is estimated at ₱40,338 a month against ₱45,036 for the Sealion 7, a difference of ₱4,698 a month.
- The Sealion 7 makes more power (530 PS against 217 PS for the EV5).
- The Sealion 7 has more torque (690 Nm against 310 Nm for the EV5).
- The Sealion 7 claims the longer range (542 km against 400 km for the EV5).
- The Sealion 7 has the larger battery (82.6 kWh against 64.2 kWh for the EV5).
- The Sealion 7 is the longer vehicle (4,830 mm against 4,615 mm for the EV5).
- The EV5 sits higher off the ground (175 mm against 163 mm for the Sealion 7).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD Sealion 7AWD Performance, ₱2,588,000 | Kia EV5GL, ₱2,318,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Dual motor: front squirrel-cage induction asynchronous motor (218 PS, 310 Nm), rear permanent magnet synchronous motor (318 PS, 380 Nm) | Electric motor |
| Max power (differs) | 530 PS | 217 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 690 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 82.6 kWh | 64.2 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) |
| Electric range (differs) | 542 km | 400 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC | WLTP |
| Motor power (differs) | 390 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 11 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 150 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 16 h from 15% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Drivetrain (differs) | All-wheel drive | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4830 mm | 4615 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1925 mm | 1875 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1620 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 163 mm | 175 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2340 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.9 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 500 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | Double wishbone | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | n/a |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated and drilled disc | 17" disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | 17" disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 245/45 R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 18" alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | ABS with multi-collision brake |
| Airbags (differs) | 9 | 6 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, head-up display, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, front and rear cross traffic alert and braking, lane departure assistance, blind spot detection, driver attention warning | Smart cruise control with stop and go, forward collision-avoidance assist, forward and reverse parking distance warning |
| Stability control (differs) | n/a | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist and downhill brake control |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen, 12-speaker Dynaudio audio | 12.3" display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 speakers |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 10.25-inch LCD | 12.3" TFT LCD |
| Headlight (differs) | LED | LED multi-focal reflector |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with keyless start, NFC card | Smart key with push-button start |
| Other features (differs) | 58 L front trunk; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); panoramic glass roof; power tailgate; ventilated front seats; top speed 215 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 4.5 s | Vehicle-to-load, CCS2 charge port, portable charger and 7 kW wall charger included |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 5 years or 160,000 km (private use) |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | 8 years or 160,000 km (EV high-voltage battery) |
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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.