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BYD Sealion 7 vs BMW iX1 Comparison

Should you buy BYD Sealion 7 or BMW iX1? Find out which electric car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, range, battery capacity, charging time, power, features, safety and dimensions. BYD Sealion 7 price starts at Rs.49 Lakh and BMW iX1 price starts at Rs.51 Lakh.

Key Highlights
BYD Sealion 7
BMW iX1
Price
Rs.49.40 - Rs.54.90 Lakh
Rs.51.4 Lakh
Range
542 - 567 km
531 km
Battery Capacity
82.56 kWh
66.4 kWh
Power
308 - 523 bhp
204 bhp
Charging Time
10-80% in about 24 mins with 230 kW DC
10-80% in about 29 mins DC

BYD Sealion 7 Vs BMW iX1

BYD Sealion 7
BYD Sealion 7
Rs.49.40 - Rs.54.90 Lakh
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BMW iX1
BMW iX1
Rs.51.4 Lakh
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Basic Information
Ex-showroom Price
Rs.49.40 - Rs.54.90 Lakh
Rs.51.4 Lakh
Battery & Range
Range
542 - 567 km
531 km
Real-world Range
420 - 470 km
360 - 435 km
Battery Capacity
82.56 kWh
66.4 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion battery pack
Lithium-ion
Motor & Performance
Motor Power
308 - 523 bhp
204 bhp
Max Torque
380 - 690 Nm
250 Nm
Motor Type
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Drive Type
RWD / AWD
Front-wheel drive
Transmission
Automatic
Single-speed automatic
Charging Details
Home Charger
7.2 kW
7.4
Home Charging Time
AC charging time varies by wallbox output
-
AC Charger
11 kW
11
AC Charging Time
11 kW AC charging supported
6H 30Min AC
DC Charger
230 kW DC
130
DC Fast Charging Time
10-80% in about 24 mins with 230 kW DC
10-80% in about 29 mins DC
Connector Type
Type 2 AC and CCS2 DC
Type 2 AC, CCS2 DC
Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4830 mm
4616 mm
Width
1925 mm
1845 mm
Height
1620 mm
1641 mm
Wheelbase
2930 mm
2802 mm
Boot Space
500 litres
-
Seating Capacity
5
5
Features & Safety
Safety Rating
5-star Euro NCAP
-
Airbags
11 airbags
Multiple airbags
Key Features
rotating touchscreen | panoramic glass roof | ventilated seats | head-up display | premium audio...
CCS2 DC Fast Charging | Type 2 AC Charging | Digital Instrument Cluster | Touchscreen Infotainme...

Pros & Cons

BYD Sealion 7

Pros
  • Claimed range between 542 km and 567 km
  • Available with 82.56 kWh battery option
  • DC fast charging support helps reduce charging stops
  • Practical 500-litre boot space
Cons
  • Real-world range is lower than the claimed 567 km figure
  • Home or AC charging can take longer than DC fast charging
  • Fast charging speed depends on charger availability and battery condition
  • On-road price can be higher than the listed ₹49.40 - ₹54.90 Lakh ex-showroom range

BMW iX1

Pros
  • Long claimed range
  • Premium EV cabin
  • Strong instant torque
  • Fast CCS2 charging support
Cons
  • High purchase price
  • Real-world range varies with speed and AC use
  • Fast-charger availability differs by route
  • Service and option packs may affect final cost

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