BYD Sealion 7 vs MG Marvel R EV
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Sealion 7 and the MG Marvel R EV 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 SAIC Motor Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Sealion 7
AWD Performance variant
- SRP
- ₱2,588,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱45,036
Photo: MG Motor Philippines, via mgmotor.com.ph.
MG Marvel R EV
2WD 70 kWh variant
- SRP
- ₱2,588,888
- Est. monthly
- ₱45,052
How they differ
- The BYD Sealion 7 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,588,000, which is ₱888 (0%) below the MG Marvel R EV at ₱2,588,888.
- On installment at our default terms, the Sealion 7 is estimated at ₱45,036 a month against ₱45,052 for the Marvel R EV, a difference of ₱16 a month.
- The Sealion 7 makes more power (530 PS against 186.3 PS for the Marvel R EV).
- The Sealion 7 has more torque (690 Nm against 310 Nm for the Marvel R EV).
- The Sealion 7 claims the longer range (542 km against 402 km for the Marvel R EV).
- The Sealion 7 has the larger battery (82.6 kWh against 72.2 kWh for the Marvel R EV).
- The Sealion 7 is the longer vehicle (4,830 mm against 4,674 mm for the Marvel R EV).
- The Sealion 7 sits higher off the ground (163 mm against 134 mm for the Marvel R EV).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD Sealion 7AWD Performance, ₱2,588,000 | MG Marvel R EV2WD 70 kWh, ₱2,588,888 |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 530 PS | 186.3 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 690 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 82.6 kWh | 72.2 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 542 km | 402 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC | WLTP |
| Motor power (differs) | 390 kW | 137 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | 11 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 150 kW | 120 kW |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 16 h from 15% to 100% | DC 0 to 80% in 40 minutes |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | 2-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | All-wheel drive | RWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4830 mm | 4674 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1925 mm | 1919 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1620 mm | 1618 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2930 mm | 2804 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 163 mm | 133.9 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 | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated and drilled disc | Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 245/45 R20 | 235/45 R19 |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 19-inch |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | n/a |
| Airbags (differs) | 9 | n/a |
| 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 | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen, 12-speaker Dynaudio audio | 19.4-inch touchscreen, 9-speaker Bose audio |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 10.25-inch LCD | 12.3-inch digital cluster |
| Headlight | LED | LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with keyless start, NFC card | n/a |
| 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 | 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) | 8 years |
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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.