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Renault Scénic vs BYD Sealion 7 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Scénic or BYD Sealion 7?

Renault Scénic vs BYD Sealion 7: Key differences

Renault Scénic

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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BYD Sealion 7

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially 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

Scénic

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.

Renault Scénic is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the BYD Sealion 7 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Scénic is somewhat more efficient: consuming 16.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Sealion 7. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers slightly more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 96 km more than the BYD Sealion 7.

Sealion 7

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Sealion 7 offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 312 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Sealion 7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

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

Scénic

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Scénic is visibly lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 403 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Scénic offers marginally more boot space – 545 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Scénic carries markedly more – 518 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 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.

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
Renault Scénic
BYD Sealion 7

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Renault Scénic

The Renault Scenic is a practical and comfortable family car that prioritises interior flexibility and everyday usability. With a composed ride and clever storage solutions, it suits buyers who want a versatile, easy-to-live-with vehicle for family duties and daily driving.

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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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Renault Scénic
BYD Sealion 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
420 - 598 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
4,470 mm
Length
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Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
1,571 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
514 - 518 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
170 - 218 HP
Power HP
313 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Torque
380 - 690 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 160 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
Renault
Brand
BYD
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