Key Highlights
- Price: ₹48.9 lakh - ₹54.9 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Battery & Range: 82.56 kWh pack, up to 482 km (WLTP)
- Performance: Up to 530 hp, 0-100 km/h in 4.5 sec
- Launch & Deliveries: First 70 units deliver on March 7

BYD has launched the Sealion 7 electric SUV in India, with prices starting at ₹48.9 lakh for the Premium variant and going up to ₹54.9 lakh for the Performance trim (ex-showroom). The SUV made its India debut at Auto Expo 2025, with bookings opening the same day. Deliveries for the first 70 units will begin on March 7.
BYD Sealion 7 price, variants & performance
Both variants of the Sealion 7 are powered by an 82.56 kWh LFP battery pack, but their performance and prices differ significantly:
Premium Variant (RWD)
- Price (ex-showroom)- ₹48.9 lakh
- 313 hp, 380 Nm
- 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds
- WLTP-claimed range: 482 km
- Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Performance Variant (AWD)
- Price (ex-showroom)- ₹54.9 lakh
- 530 hp, 690 Nm
- 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds
- WLTP-claimed range: 456 km
- All-wheel drive (AWD)
While the Premium variant delivers better range, the Performance variant is significantly more powerful and quicker off the line.
BYD Sealion 7: design and variants
The Sealion 7 sports a crossover-like stance, heavily inspired by BYD’s Ocean-X design language. With its sloping roofline and X-shaped elements in the bumper, headlights, and taillights, the Sealion 7 closely resembles the BYD Seal electric sedan.

The Premium variant comes with 19-inch alloy wheels, while the Performance variant gets 20-inch wheels. The SUV is available in four colors:
- Atlantis Grey
- Aurora White
- Cosmos Black
- Shark Grey
Tech-loaded interior and features
The Sealion 7 shares its dashboard layout and steering wheel design with the BYD Seal. Inside, you’ll find a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen infotainment system, which serves as the command center for most functions.

Notable features include:
- Ventilated front seats
- Connected car tech
- Electrically adjustable driver’s seat with memory function
- Floating digital instrument cluster
- Panoramic glass roof with sunshade
- 50W wireless phone charger
- Heads-up display (HUD)
- Powered tailgate
- Vehicle-to-load (V2L) function
Both variants offer the same feature set. The boot space is 520 liters, which expands to 1,789 liters when the rear seats are folded. There’s also a 58-liter frunk for additional storage.

Safety and ADAS features
The BYD Sealion 7 prioritizes safety, offering:
- 11 airbags
- 360-degree camera
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), including:
- Blind spot detection
- Forward collision warning
- Intelligent cruise control
- Automatic emergency braking
BYD Sealion 7 rivals
The closest competitor to the BYD Sealion 7 in terms of price and body style is the Volvo C40 Recharge. Other alternatives include the Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5, though the Sealion 7 offers a larger battery and stronger performance figures.

Final thoughts
With impressive performance, premium features, and competitive pricing, the BYD Sealion 7 aims to carve out a strong presence in India’s electric SUV segment. Whether you're after long-range capability or high performance, the Sealion 7 offers a compelling package.
Deliveries begin on March 7—will this be your next EV?
FAQs
- What is the price of the BYD Sealion 7 in India? The Sealion 7 is priced between ₹48.9 lakh - ₹54.9 lakh (ex-showroom).
- When will deliveries for the BYD Sealion 7 start? Deliveries for the first 70 units begin on March 7.
- What is the top speed of the BYD Sealion 7? The estimated top speed is around 200 km/h.
- What is the range of the Sealion 7? The Premium variant offers 482 km, while the Performance variant has 456 km (WLTP).