BMW i5 LWB vs BYD Sealion 7
Compare prices, claimed and real-world range, battery capacity, charging, performance, space and ownership-relevant specifications side by side.
Updated 23 September 2026 · Specifications can vary by variant and model year.
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Comparison overview
| Specification | BMW i5 LWB | BYD Sealion 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | eDrive35L M Sport | Performance AWD 82.6 kWh |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹79.60 Lakh | ₹55.90 Lakh |
| Claimed range | 669 km | 542 km |
| Real-world range | 535 km | 423 km |
| Battery capacity | 81.6 kWh | 82.56 kWh |
| Motor power | 200 kW | 390 kW |
| DC fast charge | 33m | 24m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
What the numbers say
- BYD Sealion 7 has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹55.90 Lakh.
- BMW i5 LWB has the highest displayed claimed range at 669 km.
- BYD Sealion 7 has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 24m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
BMW i5 LWB
669 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
BYD Sealion 7
₹55.90 Lakh for 542 km
Best Performance
Winner
BYD Sealion 7
390 kW, 0-100 in 4.5s
Best for City
Winner
BMW i5 LWB
8.2 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
BYD Sealion 7
0-80% in 24 min
Most Spacious
Winner
BYD Sealion 7
500L boot, 5 seats
Winners are calculated from the displayed specifications. They are not paid rankings and should be considered alongside price, charging access and your daily usage.
Detailed specifications
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹79.60 Lakh | ₹55.90 Lakh |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 7 Sept 2025 | 17 Feb 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 669 km Best | 542 km |
| Real World Range | 535 km Best | 423 km |
| Battery Capacity | 81.6 kWh | 82.56 kWh Best |
| Efficiency | 8.2 km/kWh Best | 6.6 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 33m | 24m Best |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 8 hrs Best | 11 hrs |
| Motor Power | 200 kW | 390 kW Best |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 215 km/h Best |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7s | 4.5s Best |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats Best | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | 490 L | 500 L Best |
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Data and comparison methodology
Prices are ex-showroom unless stated otherwise. Claimed range comes from the applicable certification or manufacturer figure stored in the BestEV catalogue; real-world range is shown separately when available. Charging times depend on the charger, battery temperature and stated charge window. Confirm the current variant, price and warranty with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before buying.
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