USA EV Comparison: BYD Tang Flagship vs Sealion 7 Design AWD
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General Info
While the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) has a larger battery, the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 249 mi | 283 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 211 mi | 241 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 88 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 86.4 kWh | 82.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 40.9 kWh/100 mi | 34.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.44 mi/kWh | 2.92 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.8 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) maxes out at 120 kW.
The BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.2 | 6.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 380 kW | 390 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 510 hp | 523 hp |
| Motor Torque | 502 lb-ft | 509 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.4 s | 4.3 s |
| Top Speed | 112 mph | 134 mph |
| Performance Score | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Dimensions
The BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...).
The BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 191.7 in | 190.2 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 85.8 in | 86.2 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 76.8 in | 75.8 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 63.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 115.4 in |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...), but the BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 3307 lb).
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5487 lb | 5159 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 8.3 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 58.4 ft3 | 63.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 3307 lb | 3307 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7.7 |
