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Mercedes EQA vs BYD Sealion 7 comparison

Compare performance (228 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or BYD Sealion 7?

Mercedes EQA vs BYD Sealion 7: Key differences

Mercedes EQA

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  • a bit more efficient
  • barely lighter
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BYD Sealion 7

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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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

EQA

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BYD Sealion 7 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,026 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQA is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.9 kWh/100km compared to 19.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Sealion 7. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Sealion 7 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 502 km, about 26 km more than the Mercedes EQA.

Sealion 7

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Sealion 7 offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 228 HP. That’s roughly 302 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 Mercedes EQA takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Sealion 7 delivers considerably more torque with 690 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

EQA

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, Mercedes EQA is barely lighter – 2,115 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Sealion 7 offers markedly more boot space – 520 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQA carries only slightly more – 425 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Sealion 7 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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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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Mercedes EQA

The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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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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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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Mercedes EQA
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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
476 km
Electric Range
456 - 502 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
228 HP
Power HP
313 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
390 Nm
Torque
380 - 690 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
168 kW
Power kW
230 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BYD
Is the Mercedes EQA offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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