BYD Sealion 7 vs Tesla Model Y L
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Sealion 7 and the Tesla Model Y L 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 Tesla Philippines. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Sealion 7
AWD Performance variant
- SRP
- ₱2,588,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱45,036
Photo: Tesla, via tesla.com.
Tesla Model Y L
All-Wheel Drive variant
- SRP
- ₱2,849,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱49,578
How they differ
- The BYD Sealion 7 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,588,000, which is ₱261,000 (9%) below the Tesla Model Y L at ₱2,849,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Sealion 7 is estimated at ₱45,036 a month against ₱49,578 for the Model Y L, a difference of ₱4,542 a month.
- The Model Y L claims the longer range (681 km against 542 km for the Sealion 7).
- The Model Y L has the larger battery (88.2 kWh against 82.6 kWh for the Sealion 7).
- The Model Y L is the longer vehicle (4,976 mm against 4,830 mm for the Sealion 7).
- The Model Y L seats 6, the Sealion 7 seats 5.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD Sealion 7AWD Performance, ₱2,588,000 | Tesla Model Y LAll-Wheel Drive, ₱2,849,000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | Dual electric motors |
| Max power (differs) | 530 PS | n/a |
| Max torque (differs) | 690 Nm | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 82.6 kWh | 88.2 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 542 km | 681 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 | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4830 mm | 4976 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1925 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1620 mm | 1668 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2930 mm | n/a |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 163 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2340 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.9 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | 6 |
| 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 | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 245/45 R20 | n/a |
| 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 | n/a |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 10.25-inch LCD | n/a |
| Headlight (differs) | LED | n/a |
| 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 | 0-100 km/h in 4.5 s; up to 2,539 L of cargo space; heated and ventilated second-row captain's chairs; 8-inch rear touchscreen |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 4 years or 80,000 km, whichever comes first |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | 8 years or 160,000 km (192,000 km on select variants), with 70% battery capacity retention |
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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.