Global EV Comparison: BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD vs Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...) has a starting price of €47990, compared to the Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…), which starts at €78590.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €47990 | €78590 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...).
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 563 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 482 km | 650 km |
| Range (GCC) | 410 km | 544 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82.5 kWh | 107 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.97 km/kWh | 5.08 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 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 | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 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 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 220 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm | 490 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 7.8 s |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 4.5 |
Dimensions
The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2120 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1925 mm | 1968 mm |
| Height | 1620 mm | 1627 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2930 mm | 2985 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...).
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2225 kg | 2403 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 520 l | 484 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1789 l | 1411 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 58 l | 32 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 7.3 |