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Nissan Primastar Bus vs BYD Sealion 7 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or BYD Sealion 7?

Nissan Primastar Bus vs BYD Sealion 7: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Bus

  • only slightly lighter
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BYD Sealion 7

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more power
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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

Primastar Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD Sealion 7 is barely cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,481 £.

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 170 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Sealion 7 delivers significantly more torque with 690 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Bus is only slightly lighter – 2,043 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 182 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries considerably more – 1,002 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 592 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
Nissan Primastar Bus
BYD Sealion 7

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Primastar Bus

The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.

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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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Nissan Primastar Bus
BYD Sealion 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
456 - 502 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
181 - 182 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
313 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
380 - 690 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
230 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
BYD
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