Verdict
At RM188,800 against RM203,800, the Premium is the sharper Malaysian buy for most owners. Its 650 km quoted range is 50 km ahead, annual road tax is RM335 rather than RM1,015, and it is 140 kg lighter. The RM15,000 gap buys the Performance’s second motor, all-wheel drive and a major 0-100 km/h cut from 6.9 to 4.5 seconds, plus 20-inch wheels on Michelin Pilot Sport EV tyres. Choose it only if that extra pace matters more than range and running costs.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 Premium if you want 650 km of range, lower RM335 annual road tax and RM15,000 left in your pocket.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 Performance if you want 523 hp, all-wheel drive and a 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: RM188,800 for the Premium; RM203,800 for the Performance.
- Motors and drive: one motor and rear-wheel drive for the Premium; two motors and all-wheel drive for the Performance.
- Output: 308 hp and 380 Nm for the Premium; 523 hp and 690 Nm for the Performance.
- 0-100 km/h: 6.9 seconds for the Premium; 4.5 seconds for the Performance.
- EV range and road tax: 650 km and RM335/year for the Premium; 600 km and RM1,015/year for the Performance.
- Wheels and tyres: 19-inch alloys with Continental EcoContact 6 Q tyres for the Premium; 20-inch alloys with Michelin Pilot Sport EV tyres for the Performance.
Premium
- RM15,000 cheaper to buy.
- 50 km longer quoted EV range.
- RM680 lower annual road tax.
- 308 hp and 380 Nm trail the Performance’s 523 hp and 690 Nm.
- 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.4 seconds slower.
- Rear-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive.
Performance
- 523 hp and 690 Nm from two motors.
- 4.5-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- All-wheel drive, 20-inch wheels and Michelin Pilot Sport EV tyres.
- Costs RM15,000 more.
- Quoted range is 600 km, 50 km below the Premium.
- Annual road tax is RM1,015, versus RM335 for the Premium.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM188,800✓ | RM203,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM1,015 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | 523 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm | 690 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 91.39 kWh | 91.39 kWh |
| EV Range | 650 km✓ | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 230 kW | 230 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | 215 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,925 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,930 mm |
| Weight | 2,295 kg | 2,435 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 245/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 245/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| 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) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electric 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 Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated |
| 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 Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System |
| 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 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 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 | 6 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 Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric 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.
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Premium vs Performance FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 Premium or BYD Sealion 7 Performance better?
The Premium is better for most buyers because it costs less, goes 650 km on a charge and has far lower road tax. The Performance is better only for buyers who prioritise its 523 hp, all-wheel drive and 4.5-second acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 Performance costs RM15,000 more than the Premium: RM203,800 versus RM188,800.
Which BYD Sealion 7 has the longer range?
The Premium has the longer quoted range at 650 km. The Performance is quoted at 600 km despite sharing the same 91.39 kWh battery capacity.
