Verdict
At RM163,800, the BYD Sealion 7 costs RM17,000 more than the RM146,800 Chery Omoda E5, but that gap brings a 71.8-kWh battery, 520 km of range and a much roomier 500-litre boot. Its 110-kW DC charging also cuts the disadvantage of its slower 7-kW AC rate. The Chery is not the slow choice: its 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time narrowly beats the BYD’s 7.3 seconds, while its 9.9-kW AC charging suits regular home or workplace charging. Pick on space and distance, not acceleration.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if you need 520 km of range, a 500-litre boot and 2,930 mm of wheelbase for longer trips and family use.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if RM17,000 saved, 9.9-kW AC charging and a marginally quicker 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than cabin and boot space.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM163,800; Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800.
- Battery and range: BYD 71.8 kWh and 520 km; Chery 61 kWh and 430 km.
- Charging: BYD 7 kW AC and 110 kW DC; Chery 9.9 kW AC and 80 kW DC.
- Size and boot: BYD 4,830 mm long with a 2,930 mm wheelbase and 500-litre boot; Chery 4,424 mm, 2,630 mm and 378 litres.
- Motor output and acceleration: BYD 228 hp, 380 Nm and 7.3 seconds; Chery 201 hp, 340 Nm and 7.2 seconds.
- Safety: BYD has nine airbags and all-seat seatbelt reminders; Chery has six airbags and front-seat reminders only.
Sealion 7
- 520 km range from a 71.8-kWh battery.
- 500-litre boot and 2,930 mm wheelbase.
- 110-kW DC charging, nine airbags and a head-up display.
- Costs RM17,000 more and has RM220 annual road tax versus RM160.
- 7-kW AC charging trails the Chery’s 9.9 kW.
- Its 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.1 seconds slower.
Omoda E5
- RM17,000 lower purchase price and RM160 annual road tax.
- 9.9-kW AC charging and a 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Seven-year vehicle warranty, one year longer than the BYD’s.
- 430 km range is 90 km short of the BYD’s 520 km.
- 378-litre boot is 122 litres smaller than the BYD’s 500 litres.
- 80-kW DC charging and six airbags trail the BYD’s 110 kW and nine airbags.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM163,800 | RM146,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 228 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm✓ | 340 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 71.8 kWh✓ | 61 kWh |
| EV Range | 520 km✓ | 430 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 9.9 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW✓ | 80 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Chery |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 172 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,424 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,588 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,630 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 378 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Kumho Ecsta PS71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vent |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 24.6" Curved Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Sealion 7 & Omoda E5 for sale
Sealion 7 vs Omoda E5 FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or Chery Omoda E5 better?
The Sealion 7 is better for range, luggage capacity, DC charging and rear-cabin potential, with 520 km, 500 litres and a 2,930-mm wheelbase. The Omoda E5 is better for lower upfront cost, faster AC charging and its 0.1-second quicker sprint.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 costs RM17,000 more: RM163,800 against RM146,800 for the Chery Omoda E5. Its annual road tax is also RM60 higher, at RM220 versus RM160.
Which one charges faster?
The Chery Omoda E5 charges faster on AC at 9.9 kW versus 7 kW. The BYD Sealion 7 is faster on DC rapid charging at 110 kW versus 80 kW, so it is the stronger option for charging stops on longer journeys.
