Compare performance (122 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar or BYD Sealion 7?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Nissan Townstar is a bit cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the BYD Sealion 7 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,003 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Sealion 7 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 19.9 kWh/100km compared to 20.7 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Sealion 7 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 502 km, about 237 km more than the Nissan Townstar.
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 considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 408 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Sealion 7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 13.3 s. That’s about 8.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Sealion 7 delivers considerably more torque with 690 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 445 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Nissan Townstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar is very slightly lighter – 2,041 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 184 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar carries markedly more – 594 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.
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.
The Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.
detailsThe 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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Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
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Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 km
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Electric Range
456 - 502 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,041 kg
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Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
520 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,925 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
594 kg
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Payload
410 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 HP
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Power HP
313 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
245 Nm
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Torque
380 - 690 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 kW
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Power kW
230 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
BYD
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