Very Good
William Stopford
2026 BYD Sealion 7 Performance review
If you've noticed a lot of BYD Sealion 7s on the road, it's for good reason: this is a very good electric SUV.
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2025 BYD Sealion 7 - Premium
Automatic, 5-door SUV, Electric, RWD
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Overview
Variant
S
Variant
Premium
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.5 L
Engine size
—
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.5 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Power and torque
110kW / 250Nm
Power and torque
230kW / 380Nm
909km
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Warranty
3 years
Warranty
6 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Electric
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
Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Illuminated Entry System
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Facial Gesture Control
Location: Front
Facial Gesture Control
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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 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
AI-Powered: yes
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 12.90
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
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Automatic Park & Perpendicular
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Guidance Display
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 12
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
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
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Location: Rear
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vehicle 360 View Camera
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Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Ambient Lighting
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Ambient Lighting
Reactive Lighting: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Remote Battery Management
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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 HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 48
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 130
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
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Engine
Engine (cc): 1498
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: DS9
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
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Energy Recuperation
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Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
WLTP Emissions
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WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
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Electric Motor
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 50
Motor 1 Location: Belt-Integrated Starter Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 12.2
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 9.0
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
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 48.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.50
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 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
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Hybrid Type
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Charging Information
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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
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Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
V2L Charging
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V2L Charging
Includes Adapter: yes
Maximum Outlet Power: 3.3
Number of Outlets: 1
Total Power: 3.3
Charging Connector
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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)
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.90
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
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
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 909
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 565
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 18.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 51
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 43
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.0
Maximum Speed (km/h): 205
Maximum Speed (mph): 127
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
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 12
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 9
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 50
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
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
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.5
Fuel Economy
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Secondary Power
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Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Code: Dq381-7a
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: DSG
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
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
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
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
Responsive Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Type: Electronic
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
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
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
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
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Mqb-Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: E-Platform 3.0 Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
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Spoiler
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 450
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
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Front Track (in): 62.3
Front Track (mm): 1583
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 170
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 59.8
Overall Height (mm): 1520
Overall Length (in): 175.2
Overall Length (mm): 4451
Overall Width (in): 72.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 78.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1992
Overall Width (mm): 1839
Rear Track (in): 61.2
Rear Track (mm): 1555
Wheelbase (in): 105.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2679
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
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 42.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1075
Rear Headroom (in): 38.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 986
Front Hip Room (in): 55.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1409
Rear Hip Room (in): 53.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1362
Internal Dimensions
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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
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Exterior Door Handles
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Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Electric
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: Front Fog 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
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
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
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
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 Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
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
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
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
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): 1700
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3748
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 740
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1631
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2000
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4409
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1482
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3267
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
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: FM
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
USB (Rear): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 2
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Brand: Dynaudio
Number of Speakers: 12
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Door Sill Protector
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look & Synthetic Leather
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look / Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Crystal/Glass
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 10
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: 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
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
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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
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
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
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 93.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20210701
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 68.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20271231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2021
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 80.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Formentor Lhd 1.5 Litre
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
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
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: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
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
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
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: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Heat Pump: yes
Ion Filtering: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Roof
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Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Service
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Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
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