Tesla Model Y vs Byd Sealion 7

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Tesla Model Y

Tesla Model Y

L All Wheel Drive

61.99 lakh

BYD Sealion 7

Byd Sealion 7

Performance

55.90 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Electric
Electric

Number of Motors

2
2

Gearbox Type

Auto
Auto

Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Motor Type

–
Permanent Magnet Motor

Number of Gears

–
1

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Motor Power

–
530hp

Max Motor Torque

–
690Nm

Fuel & Performance

Claimed Range

681 km
542 km

Auto Start/Stop

–

Battery Capacity

–
82.56 kWh

Charging Time

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

Autocar Tested City Efficiency

–
4.9 km

Autocar Tested Highway Efficiency

–
4.17 km

Autocar Tested EV Range

–
371.0 km

User Reported Range

–
105.0 km

Suspension & Steering

Damper Control

Wheel Size

19 inches
20 inches

Front Tyre Size

255/45 R19
245/45 R20

Rear Tyre Size

255/45 R19
245/45 R20

Front Suspension Type

–
Independent, Double Wishbone

Front Springs

–
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

–
Independent, Multi-link

Rear Springs

–
Coil Springs

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

–
Electric

Steering Adjust type

–
Manual

Steering Adjust

–
Tilt and Telescopic

Turning Radius

–
5.85 m

Front Brakes

–
Discs

Rear Brakes

–
Discs

Wheels

–
Alloys

Spare Wheel

–

Dimensions

Length

4969 mm
4830 mm

Width

2129 mm
1925 mm

Height

1668 mm
1620 mm

Wheelbase

3040 mm
2930 mm

Ground Clearance

169 mm
170 mm

Boot Capacity

420 - 2539 litres
500 litres

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

–
2340 kg

Chassis Type

–
Monocoque

Comfort

Ambient Lighting

UV Cut Glass

–

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Sunroof

Fixed Glass
Fixed Glass

Electric Tailgate Release

Hands-free Boot Opening

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Power Windows

–
Front and Rear

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cooled Storage

–

Cup Holders

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

–
Fully Digital

Door Pockets

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Vanity Mirror

–

12 Volt Port

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Interior Lamps

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

–
All

Powered Tailgate

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Steering Mounted Controls

–
Audio and Phone

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

Rear AC Vents

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Driving Modes

–

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

–

Dead Pedal

–

Safety

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Parking Camera

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Lane Departure Avoidance

Front Collision Avoidance

Dashcam

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Airbags

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

–
Automatic

Door Ajar Warning

–

Side Airbag

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Driver Airbag

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

–

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

–

Automatic Headlamps

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Rear Defogger

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

–
Auto

Parking Sensors

–
Front & Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

–

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

Interior

Heated Seats

Front Only

Seat Count

6
5

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Speedometer

–
Digital

Tachometer

–
Digital

Trip Meter

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Seat Material

–
Leather

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Massage Seats

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Rear Seat Armrest

–
Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–
Manual

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

–

Third Row Seats

–

Entertainment

Speakers

18
12

Rear Entertainment Screens

Audio System

–

CD Player

–

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Wireless Phone Charging

–

Display

–
15.6-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

–
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

–
Wireless

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

–
On-board

Voice Commands

–

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Connected Car Features

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

Projector Headlamps

–

LED taillights

–

LED headlamps

–

LED DRLs

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Rub Strips

–

Scuff Plates

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Headlight Type

–
LED

Daytime Running Lights

–
LED

Front Fog Lamps

–

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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