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BYD Sealion 7 vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Sealion 7 or SEAT Leon?

BYD Sealion 7 vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

BYD Sealion 7

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Leon is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the BYD Sealion 7 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,043 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Sealion 7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 502 km, about 369 km more than the SEAT Leon.

Leon

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

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 SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Sealion 7 delivers significantly more torque with 690 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 330 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, SEAT Leon is substantially lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 881 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Sealion 7 offers noticeably more boot space – 520 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries noticeably more – 521 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 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
BYD Sealion 7
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Sealion 7

The BYD Sealion 7 is a sleek electric wagon that blends sporty styling with surprising practicality, making it a compelling choice for drivers who want something different from the usual hatchback or SUV. Its refined interior and composed road manners give it an upscale feel, while clever packaging keeps it versatile for daily use.

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SEAT Leon

SEAT Leon pairs sharp, modern styling with a cabin that's sensible and slightly sporty, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want flair without fuss. It drives with eager composure and offers a neat balance of comfort and agility, so you get everyday usability with a wink of fun.

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BYD Sealion 7
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
456 - 502 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,925 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 530 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 690 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
SEAT
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