Global EV Comparison: BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD vs Polestar 3 Long Range Performance
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD (2024-...) has a starting price of €58990, compared to the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…), which starts at €88190.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | €58990 | €88190 |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD (2024-...).
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 449 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 502 km | 560 km |
| Range (GCC) | 427 km | 451 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 93 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 91.3 kWh | 107 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.4 kWh/100 km | 23.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.68 km/kWh | 4.21 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD (2024-...) maxes out at 230 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 230 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 390 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 523 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 690 Nm | 910 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.3 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD (2024-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Excellence AWD (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 Performance (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD (2024-...).
| Property | BYD Sealion 7 Excellence AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2435 kg | 2584 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 520 l | 484 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1789 l | 1411 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 58 l | 32 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 2200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 7.5 |