The Sealion 7 is BYD’s head-on rival for the Tesla Model Y, and while it can’t stretch to the same sort of range as the Tesla - thanks to a lithium-iron phosphate battery with lower energy density - it matches the Y for tech and space, plus it’s nicer to look at on the outside. It’s not an involving car to drive, but performance from the 530hp Excellence AWD model is pretty spectacular, and it will be well-priced too.

BYD Sealion 7 Tech Specs

Model featured	BYD Sealion 7
Official WLTP range between charges	456-502km
Battery details (usable capacity)	82.5kWh and 91.3kWh lithium-iron phosphate
Electric motor details	229kW single motor; 389kW dual motor
Fastest recharging rate	11kW on AC, 250kW on DC
Energy consumption	17.1-21.9kWh/100km
Maximum power output	312-530hp
Maximum torque output	380-690Nm
0-100km/h	4.5-6.7 seconds
Towing capability	up to 1,500kg
Kerb weight	2,120-2,450kg