Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ vs BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) has a starting price of €124545, compared to the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...), which starts at €47990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €124545 | €47990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €88950 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (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 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 546 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 720 km | 482 km |
| Range (GCC) | 558 km | 410 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 125 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 82.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.1 kWh/100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.73 km/kWh | 4.97 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 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 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) has more power, the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 265 kW | 230 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 355 hp | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | 568 Nm | 380 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 215 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...).
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5125 mm | 4830 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2157 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1959 mm | 1925 mm |
| Height | 1718 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 2930 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (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+ (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 750 kg).
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2730 kg | 2225 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 645 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2100 l | 1789 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 58 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 7.7 |
