BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD vs Polestar 3 Long Range Performance
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) has a starting price of $79400, while the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $79400 |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 7.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...).
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 279 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 283 mi | 348 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 241 mi | 280 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82.5 kWh | 107 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 34.2 kWh/100 mi | 38.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.92 mi/kWh | 2.62 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.6 | 5.7 |
Charging
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 7.6 |
Performance
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: IM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 390 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 523 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 509 lb-ft | 671 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 134 mph | 130 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.3 | 7.6 |
Dimensions
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 190.2 in | 192.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.2 in | 83.5 in |
| Height | 63.8 in | 64.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.4 in | 117.5 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5159 lb | 5697 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 18.4 ft3 | 17.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 63.2 ft3 | 49.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 3307 lb | 3500 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 7.5 |
