Verdict
The RM29,697 dearer BYD Sealion 7 is the much larger choice: its 2,930-mm wheelbase, 500-litre boot and 520-km EV range suit buyers carrying people and covering longer daily distances with home or public charging available. Its 228-hp, 380-Nm rear motor also brings 7.3-second 0-100 km/h pace. The Peugeot 2008 costs RM134,103, weighs 935 kg less and has far lower RM85 annual road tax, against RM220. For a Malaysian buyer without dependable charging, its 41-litre petrol tank and 4.5 L/100 km rating remain the simpler proposition.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if you want 520 km of electric range, a 500-litre boot and substantially more rear-seat room from its 2,930-mm wheelbase.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if you want a RM29,697 lower entry price, RM85 annual road tax and a much shorter 4,300-mm body.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM163,800; Peugeot 2008 RM134,103.
- Powertrain: BYD Sealion 7 228 hp/380 Nm electric motor; Peugeot 2008 128 hp/230 Nm 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Length and wheelbase: BYD Sealion 7 4,830 mm/2,930 mm; Peugeot 2008 4,300 mm/2,605 mm.
- Weight: BYD Sealion 7 2,160 kg; Peugeot 2008 1,225 kg.
- Boot space: BYD Sealion 7 500 litres; Peugeot 2008 405 litres.
- Annual road tax: BYD Sealion 7 RM220; Peugeot 2008 RM85.
Sealion 7
- 520-km EV range with 110-kW DC charging.
- 500-litre boot and 2,930-mm wheelbase.
- Nine airbags, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM29,697 more.
- Its 4,830-mm length is 530 mm greater.
- No spare tyre; it gets a tyre repair kit.
2008
- RM29,697 lower purchase price and RM135 lower annual road tax.
- 530 mm shorter and 935 kg lighter.
- Space-saver spare tyre and six front, six rear parking sensors.
- 405-litre boot is 95 litres smaller.
- Manual front seats lack the Sealion 7's power adjustment and ventilation.
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM163,800 | RM134,103✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220 | RM85✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,199 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 128 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 75 mm × 90.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 228 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 71.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 520 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | EAT6 |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 4.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 199 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,300 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,605 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 1,225 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 405 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 4 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 3 Years/60,000 km Free Service |
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 & 2008 for sale
Sealion 7 vs 2008 FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or Peugeot 2008 better?
The Sealion 7 is better for electric driving range, cabin footprint and equipment, with 520 km range, a 2,930-mm wheelbase and nine airbags. The 2008 is better for a lower upfront cost, lower road tax and a shorter body.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 costs RM163,800 and the Peugeot 2008 costs RM134,103, so the Sealion 7 is RM29,697 more expensive.
Which is more practical for carrying luggage?
The BYD Sealion 7 has the larger boot at 500 litres, 95 litres more than the Peugeot 2008's 405 litres. Both are five-seat SUVs with 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
