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2025 BYD Sealion 7 - Premium
Automatic, 5-door SUV, Electric, RWD
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2023 Volkswagen Passat - Alltrack
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, 4x4
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Overview
Variant
Premium
Variant
Alltrack
Body type
SUV
Body type
Station Wagon
Engine size
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Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.1 / 100 km
Power and torque
230kW / 380Nm
Power and torque
162kW / 350Nm
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815km
Warranty
6 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Vehicle 360 View Camera
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Ambient Lighting
Reactive Lighting: yes
Ambient Lighting
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Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
—
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
—
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Voice Activating System
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 15.60
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 8.00
Traffic Info Months of Subscription: 0
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Guidance Display
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Semi-Auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Charge Completion Alert: yes
Includes Remote Battery Pre Heating: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Remote Battery Management
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Remote Seat Heating Control: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Remote Services
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Bluetooth
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Facial Gesture Control
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Facial Gesture Control
Location: Front
Media Control
—
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
WLTP Emissions
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Compressor
—
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Emission Control Level
—
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 160
CO2 Level (Combined): 186
CO2 Level (Urban): 231
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
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Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.4
Main Capacity (L): 66
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.5
Main Type: Total
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.30
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 amps (A): 16
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 8.68
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 25.95
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 12.98
Mode 3 Duration: 8.60
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 400
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.55
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.82
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 1.65
Mode 4 Duration: 0.53
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 150.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 150.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 10
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 380
Motor 1 Location: Rear
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 312.8
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 230.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Cell Type: Prismatic
Battery Supplier: BYD
Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Voltage: 550.4
High Power Charger: yes
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 82.56
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 11.0
Range (km): 567.00
Range (miles): 352.32
Useable Battery (kWh): 82.50
V2L Charging
Includes Adapter: yes
Maximum Outlet Power: 3.3
Number of Outlets: 1
Total Power: 3.3
Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Rear Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Swivelling
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 15.60
Dashboard Centre 1 Television: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.7
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 215
Maximum Speed (km/h): 215
Maximum Speed (mph): 134
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 313
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 313
Maximum Power (kW): 230
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 230
Maximum Torque (Nm): 380
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 380
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 220
Maximum Power (kW): 162
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Fuel Consumption
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 815
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 506
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 28
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.1
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Responsive Suspension
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 103
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: E-Platform 3.0 Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Station Wagon
Local Body Type: Station Wagon
Platform Code: MQB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 2.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 58
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 500
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 62.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 1780
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 23.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 650
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Front Track (in): 65.4
Front Track (mm): 1660
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Overall Height (in): 63.8
Overall Height (mm): 1620
Overall Length (in): 190.2
Overall Length (mm): 4830
Overall Width (in): 75.8
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 86.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2189
Overall Width (mm): 1925
Rear Track (in): 65.4
Rear Track (mm): 1660
Wheelbase (in): 115.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2930
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.2
Front Track (mm): 1580
Overall Height (in): 60.2
Overall Height (mm): 1530
Overall Length (in): 188.2
Overall Length (mm): 4780
Overall Width (in): 73.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 82.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2083
Overall Width (mm): 1853
Rear Track (in): 61.5
Rear Track (mm): 1563
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Wheelbase (in): 109.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2790
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1031
Rear Headroom (in): 39.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 1007
Front Hip Room (in): 59.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1506
Rear Hip Room (in): 59.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1506
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Electric
Exterior Door Handles
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Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Roof
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Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1653
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2635
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5809
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2225
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4905
Tare Weight (kg): 2225
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2260
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4982
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1723
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3799
Tare Weight (kg): 1681
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 90
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: FM
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Dynaudio
Number of Speakers: 12
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look / Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Crystal/Glass
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Manual
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 93.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 76.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 78.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Byd Sealion 7, Comfort, Lhd
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 93.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20151007
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 66.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2015
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Tdi Sedan
Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 7
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Heat Pump: yes
Ion Filtering: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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