Compare performance (178 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla Touring Sports 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.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the BYD Sealion 7 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,243 £.
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 178 HP. That’s roughly 352 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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is considerably lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 740 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers moderately more boot space – 596 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports carries only slightly more – 440 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
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
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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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
100 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Trunk capacity
520 L
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Length
4,650 mm
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Length
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Width
1,790 mm
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Width
1,925 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Payload
410 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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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
140 - 178 HP
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Power HP
313 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
-
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Torque
380 - 690 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Power kW
230 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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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
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
BYD
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