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BYD Sealion 7 vs MG HS comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Sealion 7 or MG HS?

BYD Sealion 7 vs MG HS: Key differences

BYD Sealion 7

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space

MG HS

4.7 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sealion 7

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG HS is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the BYD Sealion 7 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,857 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Sealion 7 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 502 km, about 402 km more than the MG HS.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Sealion 7 offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Sealion 7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the MG HS takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Sealion 7 delivers significantly more torque with 690 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

Sealion 7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG HS is markedly lighter – 1,735 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Sealion 7 offers barely more boot space – 520 L compared to 507 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Sealion 7 carries only slightly more – 410 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Sealion 7 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £42,800
Sealion 7

BYD Sealion 7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 313 - 530 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 456 - 502 km
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BYD Sealion 7

The Sealion 7 captivates with its striking design and impressive performance that appeals to both enthusiasts and casual drivers alike. With a focus on comfort and advanced technology, this model redefines the driving experience, making every journey enjoyable. Its sleek silhouette coupled with an innovative interior showcases the perfect blend of style and functionality.

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Reviews BYD Sealion 7

5 (2 Reviews)
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oriol
27 Feb 2026, 15:33:27

range that I can always charge to 100% — unlike other brands that told me it was recommended to stop at 80%, which consequently cut my real range from 600 to 480 by not being able to charge to 100%. I think that's something people should know.

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MG HS

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Mac Finn
29 Oct 2025, 11:27:52

Good perfomance and superbly low fuel consumption in daily use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
Price
30,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 502 km
Electric Range
100 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
14 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,735 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
507 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,925 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 530 HP
Power HP
224 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 690 Nm
Torque
340 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 - 390 kW
Power kW
165 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the BYD Sealion 7 have?

The BYD Sealion 7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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