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Nissan Townstar vs BYD Sealion 7 comparison

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?

Nissan Townstar vs BYD Sealion 7: Key differences

Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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BYD Sealion 7

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Townstar

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.

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.

Sealion 7

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 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.

Townstar

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

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 Townstar
BYD Sealion 7

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Townstar

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.

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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 Townstar
BYD Sealion 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 km
Electric Range
456 - 502 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,041 kg
Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
594 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
313 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
245 Nm
Torque
380 - 690 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
230 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

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