Byd Sealion 7 vs Tesla Model Y

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BYD Sealion 7

Byd Sealion 7

Performance

55.90 lakh

Tesla Model Y

Tesla Model Y

L All Wheel Drive

61.99 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Electric
Electric

Motor Type

Permanent Magnet Motor
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Number of Motors

2
2

Gearbox Type

Auto
Auto

Number of Gears

1
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Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

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Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

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Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

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Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

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Max Motor Power

530hp
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Max Motor Torque

690Nm
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Fuel & Performance

Auto Start/Stop

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Battery Capacity

82.56 kWh
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Charging Time

45 min 10% to 80% (150kW DC)11 hrs 0% to 100% (11kW AC) hrs
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Claimed Range

542 km
681 km

Autocar Tested City Efficiency

4.9 km
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Autocar Tested Highway Efficiency

4.17 km
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Autocar Tested EV Range

371.0 km
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User Reported Range

105.0 km
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Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, Double Wishbone
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Front Springs

Coil Springs
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Rear Suspension Type

Independent, Multi-link
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Rear Springs

Coil Springs
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Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
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Steering Adjust type

Manual
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Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
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Turning Radius

5.85 m
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Front Brakes

Discs
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Rear Brakes

Discs
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Wheel Size

20 inches
19 inches

Front Tyre Size

245/45 R20
255/45 R19

Rear Tyre Size

245/45 R20
255/45 R19

Wheels

Alloys
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Spare Wheel

–

Dimensions

Length

4830 mm
4969 mm

Width

1925 mm
2129 mm

Height

1620 mm
1668 mm

Wheelbase

2930 mm
3040 mm

Ground Clearance

170 mm
169 mm

Kerb Weight

2340 kg
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Chassis Type

Monocoque
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Boot Capacity

500 litres
420 - 2539 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
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Front Seatback Pockets

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Cabin Boot Access

–

Cooled Glovebox

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Cooled Storage

–

Cup Holders

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
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Door Pockets

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Vanity Mirror

–

Electric Tailgate Release

12 Volt Port

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Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

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Interior Lamps

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
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Powered Tailgate

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Rear Reading Lamp

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Sunglass Holder

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
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Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

–

Remote Locking

–

Keyless Entry

–

Push Button Start

–

Climate Control

2-zone
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Rear AC Vents

–

Third Row AC Vents

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Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

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Rear Window Sun Shades

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Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

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Rear Power Outlet

–

Sunroof

Fixed Glass
Fixed Glass

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

–

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

–

Dead Pedal

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

UV Cut Glass

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Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Safety

Airbags

–

Curtain Airbag

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Dashcam

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
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Front Collision Avoidance

Door Ajar Warning

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Side Airbag

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

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Driver Airbag

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Lane Departure Avoidance

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

–

Brake Assist (BA)

–

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Traction Control

–

Electronic Stability Control

–

Hill Start Assist

–

Hill Descent Control

–

Central Locking

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Child Safety Lock

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

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Automatic Headlamps

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Rear Defogger

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
–

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
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Parking Camera

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

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Blind Spot Monitor

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Adaptive Cruise Control

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Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

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Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

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Follow Me Home Headlamps

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ORVM turn indicators

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Projector Headlamps

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LED taillights

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LED headlamps

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LED DRLs

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Wheel Arch Cladding

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Rub Strips

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Scuff Plates

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Headlight Type

LED
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Daytime Running Lights

LED
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Front Fog Lamps

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
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Tachometer

Digital
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Trip Meter

–

Average Fuel Consumption

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Average Speed

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Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

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Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Seat Material

Leather
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Second Row Seat Adjustment

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Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

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Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

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Driver's Seat Height Adjust

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Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

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Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

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Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

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Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Heated Seats

Front Only

Massage Seats

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
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Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual
–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

–

Third Row Seats

–

Seat Count

5
6

Entertainment

Audio System

–

CD Player

–

Speakers

12
18

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Wireless Phone Charging

–

Display

15.6-inch Touchscreen
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Android Auto

Wireless
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Apple CarPlay

Wireless
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MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

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Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

On-board
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Voice Commands

–

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

Connected Car Features

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

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Over the air (OTA) updates

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Questions you may find useful

•4w

Hi Autocar India, My name is Radhika from Hyderabad. I have tested XEV 9E, XEV 9S, BYD Sealion 7, Tesla Model Y and BMW iX1. My budget is not a constraint, and I can spend up to 55-57 lakhs on a car. BMW's driving dynamics felt better than those of Mahindra or Tata. FYI, I have tried BYD Sealion 7 also, but decided not to go with it due to their network, badge value and other reasons. My family did not like Tesla as the interiors are very minimal. My question is whether spending an additional 25 lakhs for the BMW iX1 makes sense, or if it's not a great car. Can you please clarify? Thank you!

Verified
•4w

Pick the BMW iX1 LWB. The extra spend gets you what you already liked on the drive - a tighter, more confidence‑inspiring feel than the Mahindra XEV 9e/9s, and a premium, normal‑to‑use cabin your family will prefer over Tesla’s sparse setup. You also sidestep your BYD car related worries with stronger brand pull and a wider service network.On our roads, the iX1’s steering and body control make everyday driving feel calmer and cleaner, whether in Hyderabad traffic or on the ORR. Fit and finish, seats, and infotainment feel a class up, so it will still feel special three years in, not just on day one.Be aware that rear space and boot are not as generous as the XEVs or Model Y L; the ride is on the firmer side on rough patches, and range and fast‑charge speeds are not class‑leading. If you carry tall adults in the back often or do frequent very long highway runs, you will notice those.If your deal lands close to Rs. 55‑57 lakh on road, the premium isn’t just badge tax; it’s daily satisfaction. If not, the XEV 9e/9s are a strong value, but for your priorities, the BMW is the right call.

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