Global EV Comparison: Audi e-tron Sportback S vs BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD
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General Info
The BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €53990. The Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €45890 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €53990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €45890 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) has a larger battery, the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 341 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 380 km | 456 km |
| Range (GCC) | 320 km | 388 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 95 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 86.5 kWh | 82.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 27 kWh/100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.7 km/kWh | 4.7 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.2 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 155 kW, while the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (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 | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 390 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 523 hp |
| Motor Torque | 973 Nm | 690 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 215 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 6.3 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4902 mm | 4830 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1976 mm | 1925 mm |
| Height | 1615 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2930 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD (2024-...).
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BYD Sealion 7 Design AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2695 kg | 2340 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 615 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1594 l | 1789 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l | 58 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 7.7 |
