What’s New in the BYD Sealion 7: A Detailed Overview

Abu Dhabi : The arrival of the BYD Sealion 7 in the UAE late last month has set the premium electric SUV market on fire. This modern and innovative electric SUV comes with the most futuristic design, is packed with cutting-edge tech, and suits the needs of family and personal use, thus enhancing its practicality. With the launch of the Sealion 7, BYD seeks to reshape the market by delivering the most exciting models for eco-conscious buyers who desire a greener, powerful, and easy-driving experience. What makes this SUV stand out is the elegant design which is also quite imposing on the road and the premium cabin loaded with tech. We take a closer look at this all-new SUV to give you a complete overview.

Variants & Price

The BYD Sealion 7 with its immediate launch last week in the UAE market is available in two variants: Premium and Performance. The Premium is the lower price starting at AED 172,900 while the Performance variants (4WD drive) with a higher range start at AED 192,900. Given what BYD is offering with this luxury, powerful, and capable SUV,  pricing positions the Sealion 7 as quite reasonable and could be affordable to a larger segment of buyers in the UAE market. BYD is also offering various configurations with several features covering luxury, performance, and technology.

Exterior

The exterior design of the BYD Sealion 7 is quite a refreshing change, it combines contemporary aesthetics and at the same time looks quite functional and strong. Its curve and sharp silhouette give you the vibes of a typical off-road SUV, at the same time establishing modern unique characteristics that stand out in urban surroundings. The bold front and rear design blending with nice wheel arches gives the Sealion 7 an imposing presence on the roads. The unique LED lighting enhances the front giving a grand look. The front LED headlamps with signature running lights, and at the rear sleek tail lights further compliment the SUV to its bold design language.

The bold and stronger but sleek-looking bumpers are equipped with tow hooks in BYD’s well-known color, giving credentials to its off-road capabilities. What is quite interesting in the design is the nicer short front and rear overhangs feel like giving an extended wheelbase, and so enhance the stance and stability, especially on uneven terrains. The top exterior features that attract attention are a panoramic sunroof, a dynamic active grille, and built-in door handles. It also has black-coated side window trim. The trunk can be electrically unlocked, and the vehicle boasts bi-colored aluminum alloy wheels. Additionally, it is equipped with a powertrain shield and a battery shield for enhanced protection.

Interior

BYD has been known to offer both comfort and practicality with its EVs and the cabin of Sealion 7 is no different. This premium SUV interior can be summed up with functionality that merges with luxury to give you the utmost comfort, safety, and convenience well crafted with simplistic design. 

The top features inside the cabin that stand out are the stylish black interior and a four-spoke soft leather steering wheel with multifunctional controls. Then a 10.25-inch full LCD dashboard, a wireless phone charger, a sun visor with mirror and light, and an electric panoramic sun shade for the sunroof. BYD has made the roof with knitted fabric, then the seats come in PU material and can be adjusted many ways, the driver’s seat features 8-way electric adjustment, 4-way lumbar support, and 2-way leg extension. The front passenger's seat provides 6-way electric adjustment and ventilation.

For your entertainment, the SUV is equipped with the Dlink 8155 Ecosystem, which includes a 15.6-inch display with electric screen rotation. And, it supports various radio frequencies, GPS, WiFi connection, wireless CarPlay & Android Auto, voice control, OTA updates, and cloud services. Also, the Dynaudio brand 12 speakers sound system ensures premium audio quality.

Battery & Performance

For any EV, the battery is at the heart of performance, ownership, and reliability, and BYD certainly has made a name for itself with its revolutionary technologies and being a leading battery maker.  BYD says the Sealion 7 gets the world's safest and most efficient battery, promises a longer lifespan and durability, and also has high energy density and charging speed.

The Sealion 7 motor delivers a maximum power of 230kW, enabling it to reach a maximum speed of 215 km/h. It can climb slopes with a maximum degree of 30° and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. The pure electric driving range extends up to 482 km (RWD), with an electric consumption rate of 19.9 kWh per 100 km. The battery type is LFP, offering a capacity of 82.5 kWh. Charging is efficient, with a power of AC:11 DC:150 kW. BYD offers several convenient charging features, including scheduled charging, which allows setting specific times for charging to take advantage of lower electricity rates. It also has a vehicle discharging function (AC V2L) for powering external devices. So, whether accelerating on highways or maneuvering through rugged trails, the Sealion 7 delivers a balanced driving experience tailored for modern lifestyles.

Safety

The BYD Sealion 7 offers most of the advanced safety features meant to protect passengers under all conditions. The SUV gets front driver's and passenger's airbags, far side airbags, front and rear side airbags, and an integrated side air curtain. Then front and rear two side pretension safety belts, combined with safety belt reminders for all seats, to provide the highest occupant protection. The W-HUD, adaptive cruise control, intelligent cruise control, intelligent speed limit information, and intelligent speed limit control further improve overall driving safety. 

Then top features such as front collision warning, automatic emergency braking, rear collision warning, forward crossing traffic alert, forward crossing traffic brake, rear crossing traffic alert, rear crossing traffic brake, lane departure warning, and emergency lane keeping assist ensure additional safety. The SUV gets front and rear parking radars, a tire pressure monitoring system, and an electric child safety lock. Moreover, safety accessories include a warning triangle, a 1KG fire extinguisher, a reflective vest, a towing hook, a wheel nut cover clip, and a tire repair kit.

Conclusion

The BYD Sealion 7 is undoubtedly an impressive electric SUV that has great looks, luxury features, and comfort and does the job of city car and long road trips for families in greener ways. If you’re in the market for an EV, and have a sufficient mid-range budget, then BYD has just opened new doors by bringing this sleek SUV to UAE. So, what are you waiting for? Just head to the nearest BYD outlet to explore this beast today.