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VW ID.7 Touring vs BYD Sealion 7 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (47,100 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.7 Touring or BYD Sealion 7?

VW ID.7 Touring vs BYD Sealion 7: Key differences

VW ID.7 Touring

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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BYD Sealion 7

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • visibly 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

ID.7 Touring

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.

BYD Sealion 7 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,213 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 Touring is significantly more efficient: consuming 14 kWh/100km compared to 19.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Sealion 7. That’s a difference of about 5.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.7 Touring offers visibly more range – reaching up to 689 km, about 187 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 clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Sealion 7 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the VW ID.7 Touring takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Sealion 7 delivers marginally more torque with 690 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 11 Nm more.

ID.7 Touring

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.7 Touring is very slightly lighter – 2,191 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers a bit more boot space – 605 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.7 Touring carries a bit more – 465 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Sealion 7 is narrowly ahead 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
VW ID.7 Touring
BYD Sealion 7

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Dimensions and Body

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VW ID.7 Touring

The VW ID.7 Touring blends sleek, aerodynamic fastback looks with estate practicality, delivering an electric family car that looks grown-up and feels refined. Inside it's calm and spacious with clever storage and modern tech, swallowing suitcases and weekend plans with ease — a sensible, slightly flashy choice for buyers who want electric comfort without giving up practicality.

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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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VW ID.7 Touring
BYD Sealion 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,100 - 54,900 £
Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
584 - 689 km
Electric Range
456 - 502 km
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,191 - 2,336 kg
Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
605 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
4,961 mm
Length
-
Width
1,862 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
1,549 - 1,551 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,714 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
459 - 465 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
313 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
380 - 690 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
230 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
BYD
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