Global EV Comparison: MG IM6 Long Range vs BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG IM6 Long Range (2025-...) has a starting price of €55350, compared to the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...), which starts at €47990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | MG IM6 Long Range | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €55350 | €47990 |
| GCC Score | 7.9 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The MG IM6 Long Range (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...).
| Property | MG IM6 Long Range | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 625 km | 482 km |
| Range (GCC) | 531 km | 410 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96.5 kWh | 82.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.5 km/kWh | 4.97 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.3 | 6.2 |
Charging
The MG IM6 Long Range (2025-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The MG IM6 Long Range (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 369 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 | MG IM6 Long Range | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 369 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.6 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The MG IM6 Long Range (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG IM6 Long Range | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 230 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 235 km/h | 215 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The MG IM6 Long Range (2025-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG IM6 Long Range | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4904 mm | 4830 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1988 mm | 1925 mm |
| Height | 1669 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG IM6 Long Range (2025-...) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (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 BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD (2024-...) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the MG IM6 Long Range (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | MG IM6 Long Range | BYD Sealion 7 Comfort RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2320 kg | 2225 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 665 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1640 l | 1789 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 32 l | 58 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 7.7 |
