Global EV Comparison: BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD vs Mercedes EQS SUV 450+
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General Info
The BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47990. The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €47990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...).
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 491 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 482 km | 672 km |
| Range (GCC) | 410 km | 508 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 120 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82.5 kWh | 108.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.97 km/kWh | 4.69 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 kW, while the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...) maxes out at 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 207 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 7.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 265 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm | 568 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...).
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4830 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2157 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1925 mm | 1959 mm |
| Height | 1620 mm | 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) 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 Comfort RWD (2024-...), but the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2022-2023) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 750 kg).
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2225 kg | 2695 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 520 l | 645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1789 l | 2100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 58 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 8.4 |
