Volvo XC40 vs BYD Sealion 7

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Volvo XC40
Volvo XC40

$34,999 - $64,990

2024 price

BYD Sealion 7
BYD Sealion 7

$48,990 - $62,990

2025 price

Summary

2024 Volvo XC40
2025 BYD Sealion 7
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Not Applicable, 0.0L

Not Applicable, 0.0L
Fuel Type
Electric

Electric
Fuel Efficiency
0.0L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Ride comfort isn't there on long journeys
  • Loud cabin at higher speeds
  • Interior trims don't match grade level

  • Some tech gremlins still to sort out
  • Exterior design too similar to Porsche
  • Multimedia display houses all functions
2024 Volvo XC40 Summary

The XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is the flagship model for the segment leading small electric SUV from Volvo.

Well positioned in terms of price, specifications and driving range, it continues to prove itself a fierce rival to the Mercedes-Benz EQA, Lexus UX and newcomer BMW iX1.

But does it bring its A-game to every attribute buyers in the small electric SUV segment demand? In this review, we put it to test to find out.

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2025 BYD Sealion 7 Summary

Looking across BYD's line-up, you'd think you were reading the attractions for the local aquarium! And now the Sealion 7 has entered the splash zone, or more accurately, the most popular car segment - the mid-size SUV.

It fights for pole position against the long-running electric favourite, the Tesla Model Y but newcomer Cupra Tavascan also offers some sporty competition.

For this review we're testing the flagship Performance grade to see whether or not it offers family-friendly fun.

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Deep dive comparison

2024 Volvo XC40 2025 BYD Sealion 7

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