Zeekr X vs BYD Sealion 7

The Zeekr X starts from $49,900 before on-road costs, while the BYD Sealion 7 opens at $54,990. That makes the Zeekr X the more affordable entry point by $5,090.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $54,890 and $60,489 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

Both the Zeekr X and BYD Sealion 7 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Zeekr X and 87% for the BYD Sealion 7.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 9 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Zeekr X, against 7 on the BYD Sealion 7.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Zeekr X and 7 in the BYD Sealion 7.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Zeekr X features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 8.8-inch digital dash, while the BYD Sealion 7 gets a 15.6-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Zeekr X stands out with Yamaha audio — features our data doesn't list for the BYD Sealion 7. The BYD Sealion 7 counters with head-up display, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate and Dynaudio audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Zeekr X gets synthetic leather upholstery while the BYD Sealion 7 offers genuine leather.

The Zeekr X uses a Electric producing 200kW, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.6 seconds.

The BYD Sealion 7 responds with a Electric making 230kW and 380Nm, paired to a auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The BYD Sealion 7 has the clear power advantage at 230kW vs 200kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Zeekr X is 1.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 66kWh (Zeekr X) vs 82.6kWh (BYD Sealion 7), giving WLTP ranges of 540km and 482km. DC fast charging peaks at 230kW (Zeekr X) vs 150kW (BYD Sealion 7).

The Zeekr X measures 4,432mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 398mm shorter than the BYD Sealion 7 at 4,830mm (2,930mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the BYD Sealion 7 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 404L in the Zeekr X and 500L in the BYD Sealion 7, giving the BYD Sealion 7 a 96L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 200,000km (Zeekr X) vs 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Sealion 7). The BYD Sealion 7 has longer coverage.