Suv Electric Single-Speed Reduction Gear RWD 5-seat

BYD SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD

Price in South Africa, real specs & electric range — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First South African SEALION 7 generation Current version Original current-generation version Body style SUV
SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD is a South African SUV with a suv body and electric power.
ZAR 1,109,900
On-road in
ZAR 1,128,139
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 1,109,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,600
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,350
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 900
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,400
Insurance
ZAR 9,989
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,109,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 19,573/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Torque:380Nm (280 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:157mm (6.2″) Power:230kW (308 bhp) Electric Range:482km Battery:82.56kWh Boot500L (17.6 cu ft)

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On-road pricing varies by dealer. Range and charging figures are manufacturer test claims; weather, speed, traffic, charger output, battery temperature and driving style affect real results.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the BYD SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 19,573
Total Interest
ZAR 284,405
Total Payable
ZAR 1,174,405
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

BYD SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD

SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD is a South African SUV with a suv body and electric power.

The BYD SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD costs R1,109,900 and is the balanced derivative in this large electric SUV range. A rear-mounted motor produces 230 kW and 380 Nm, drawing energy from an 82.56 kWh Blade Battery. BYD publishes a 482 km WLTP range, 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 215 km/h top speed. Premium is neither slow nor short ranged; its main distinction from Performance is that it sends power to the rear wheels only, while costing R210,000 less and claiming 26 km more WLTP distance. Premium offers the strongest ownership balance because it combines the longest range, lower price, smaller wheels and still-exceptional performance. One rear motor produces 230 kW and 380 Nm; energy comes from an 82.56 kWh Blade Battery with 11 kW AC and up to 150 kW DC input. The R1,109,900 Premium is the range and value derivative, claiming 482 km WLTP while retaining the complete luxury and technology proposition. Panoramic five-seat cabin with 15.6-inch rotating centre display, 10.25-inch driver display, Dynaudio audio, rich seat comfort and vehicle-to-load capability. It is ideal when home charging is secure, five seats are enough and the owner values maximum official range over acceleration theatre. Measure the garage, test rear headroom beneath the coupe roof, load the 500-litre boot and price 19-inch tyres and insurance. Its 482 km WLTP claim is the highest in the range, and 230 kW supports confident merging and overtaking. The 150 kW DC input is a peak affected by battery temperature, charger condition and state of charge. The SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are the premium trim and an active listing; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size

BYD SEALION 7 — Quick Facts

BYD SEALION 7 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Premium EV RWD Premium Electric 482 km (WLTP) Electric range482 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 1,109,900
Performance EV AWD 4.5S Flagship Electric 456 km (WLTP) Electric range456 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 1,319,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Premium EV RWD Premium Electric 482 km (WLTP) Electric range482 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 1,109,900
Performance EV AWD 4.5S Flagship Electric 456 km (WLTP) Electric range456 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 1,319,900
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BYD SEALION 7 Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2025
Body Style
SUV
Generation
First South African SEALION 7 generation
Model Year
2026
Production Status
Active
Segment
Medium SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger vehicle
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Facelift History
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Length
4830 mm
Width
1925 mm
Height
1620 mm
Wheelbase
2930 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
157 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
Kerb Weight
2225 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2635 kg
Payload Capacity
410 kg
Towing Capacity
750 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.85 m
Front Headroom
980 mm
Rear Headroom
940 mm
Front Legroom
1100 mm
Rear Legroom
820 mm
Engine
Single-motor battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
Cylinders
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Valves
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
Bore
Not Applicable
Stroke
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
230 kW
Maximum Torque
380 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
1
Motor Location
Rear
Drive Type
RWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
215 km/h
0-100 km/h
6.7 sec
Quarter Mile
15.0 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
103.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
170.8 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
82.56 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
LFP
Battery Voltage
550.4 V
Electric Range
482 km (WLTP)
AC Charging Power
11 kW
DC Charging Power
150 kW
AC Charging Time
8 h 36 min (0-100%)
DC Charging Time
32 min (10-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Yes
LSD Available
Not Available
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Drivetrain Layout
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
1
Rear Differential Lock
Not Available
Drivetrain
RWD
Axle Layout
4x2
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Single-speed reduction gear
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Available
Number of Gears
1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Crystal-motif gearshift lever
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Range Real World Mixed
438 km
Electric Consumption
19.8 kWh/100 km (WLTP)
Charging Type
AC and DC
Charging Port Type
Type 2 AC; CCS2 DC
Combined Driving Range
482 km (WLTP)
Range Real World Highway
359 km
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
City Mileage
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
9
Engine Immobiliser
Not Applicable
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Brake Override System
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
AEB
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Park Assist
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Auto Wipers
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Around View Monitor
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Passenger Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-way electric
Seat Trim
PU
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Heated Seats
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Seat Material
PU
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Sunroof
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic air conditioner
Android Auto
Standard
Touchscreen
Standard
USB Ports
Front and rear USB-A/USB-C ports
Infotainment System
15.6-inch rotating touchscreen
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
12
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Infotainment Screen
15.6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Full LCD instrument display
Roof Rails
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Aurora White, Atlantis Grey, Cosmos Black, Urban Grey
Fog Lamps
Rear fog lamp
Headlights
LED
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED Headlamps
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Terrain Modes
Snow
Wading Depth
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Approach Angle
16 deg
Departure Angle
19 deg
Locking Differential
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Tyre Size
235/50 R19 front; 255/45 R19 rear
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Spare Wheel Type
Spare tyre (type not disclosed)
Wheel Rim Size
19
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Service Plan
3 services/80000 km service plan; 5 years/100000 km maintenance plan
Warranty
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Pricing Role
rear-wheel-drive derivative
Price Zar
1109900 ZAR
Ownership Role
rear-wheel-drive derivative
Starting Price
1109900
Starting Price Zar
1109900

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Market
South Africa
Brand
BYD
Brand Slug
byd
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
BYD
Model
SEALION 7
OEM URL
https://www.byd.com/za/electric-cars/sealion-7
Source Name
BYD Auto South Africa
Source Page URL
https://www.byd.com/za/electric-cars/sealion-7
Source URL
https://www.byd.com/material/byd-site/za/product/sealion-7-ev/BYD%20Sealion%207%20EV%20Specifications%20%20-%20SA.pdf
Variant
Premium EV RWD
Fuel Economy Combined
Not Applicable
Fuel Efficiency
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption L 100km
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
Not Applicable
Claimed Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
Price Source
South African retail-market RRP listing (secondary verification)
Driving fit

Where the BYD SEALION 7 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

A buyer should operate phone integration, route planning, climate, charging and assistance controls while parked. A shopper researching SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD should separate need from showroom appeal. If the premium trim solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

City
Around town, SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a power output of 230 kW becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a Single-Speed Reduction Gear transmission is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
The shared body is 4,830 mm long, 1,925 mm wide and 1,620 mm high on a 2,930 mm wheelbase. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD out with the load it normally carries. An active listing gives context, but a number cannot show how a South African price reference of R1,109,900 feels on a gradient
Off-Road
Loaded clearance of at least 140 mm confirms a road-focused, coupe-style SUV. If the SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD. An active listing may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor electric alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD
4.4/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.4 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

BYD SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD — Should You Buy It?

4.4/5
BYD SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD expert rating
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD is a South African SUV with a suv body and electric power. SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in the premium trim and accept the limitation represented by engine of Single-motor battery-electric powertrain. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch The conclusion depends on the exact South African derivative, its price and the work it has to do.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.6/5 · 20%
4.6/5
Value 4.2/5 · 20%
4.2/5
Practicality 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Ownership 4.0/5 · 15%
4.0/5
Powertrain suitability 4.5/5 · 15%
4.5/5
Comfort & technology 4.7/5 · 10%
4.7/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in the premium trim and accept the limitation represented by engine of Single-motor battery-electric powertrain. A fair review of SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of Electric power, the premium trim and an active listing can be valuable for the right driver for SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Electric
  • ✓Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear
  • ✓Trim: premium
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R1,109,900
  • ✓Engine: Single-motor battery-electric powertrain
  • ✓Power output: 230 kW
  • ✓Gearbox: Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD budget.
  • ✕A short SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD stock and support terms.

BYD SEALION 7 FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the BYD SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD is R1,109,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises Premium EV RWD, Performance EV AWD 4.5S. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the BYD SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD is 157 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

A buyer should operate phone integration, route planning, climate, charging and assistance controls while parked. A shopper researching SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD should separate need from showroom appeal.

Around town, SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a power output of 230 kW becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a Single-Speed Reduction Gear transmission is worth checking before a purchase built around tight...

The shared body is 4,830 mm long, 1,925 mm wide and 1,620 mm high on a 2,930 mm wheelbase. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the SEALION 7 Premium EV RWD out with the load it normally carries.

Buyers researching the BYD SEALION 7 often compare it with rivals such as Lexus NX , GWM Tank 500 , BMW X3 , Mercedes-Benz GLC , Toyota bZ4X . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — range, charging, performance, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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