BYD Sealion 7 vs Volvo C40 Recharge

Should you buy BYD Sealion 7 or Volvo C40 Recharge? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Range, Battery Pack, Charging speed, Features, Colours and other specs. BYD Sealion 7 price starts at Rs 48.90 Lakh ex-showroom for New Delhi and Volvo C40 Recharge price starts at Rs 62.95 Lakh ex-showroom for New Delhi.

Sealion 7 Vs C40 Recharge

Key Highlights	BYD Sealion 7	Volvo C40 Recharge
On Road Price	Rs.57,75,508^*	Rs.67,07,308^*
Range (km)	542	530
Fuel Type	Electric	Electric
Battery Capacity (kWh)	82.56	78
Charging Time	24Min-230kW (10-80%)	27Min (150 kW DC)

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BYD Sealion 7
Rs54.90 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Performance	E80
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.57,75,508^*	Rs.67,07,308^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,09,921/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,32,042/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.2,30,608	Rs.3,41,428
User Rating	4.7 Based on 3 Reviews	4.8 Based on 4 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	₹ 1.52/km	₹ 1.47/km

Basic Information

Performance

E80

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.57,75,508^*

Rs.67,07,308^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,09,921/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,32,042/month

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Insurance

Rs.2,30,608

Rs.3,41,428

User Rating

4.7

Based on 3 Reviews

4.8

Based on 4 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹ 1.52/km

₹ 1.47/km

Engine & Transmission
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Time	24Min-230kW (10-80%)	27Min (150 kW DC)
Battery Capacity (kWh)	82.56	78
Motor Type	Permanent Magnet Synchronous	-
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	523bhp	402.30bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	690Nm	660Nm
Range (km)	542 km	530 km
Battery Type	Blade Battery	Lithium-Ion
Charging Time (A.C)	-	8 Hours
Charging Time (D.C)	24Min-230kW (10-80%)	27Min (150 kW)
Regenerative Braking	Yes	Yes
Charging Port	CCS-II	CCS-II
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	1-Speed	1-Speed
Drive Type	AWD	AWD
Charging Options	7.2kW, 11kW and 150kW	11 kW AC \| 150 kW DC
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Engine & Transmission

Fast Charging

Charging Time

24Min-230kW (10-80%)

27Min (150 kW DC)

Battery Capacity (kWh)

82.56

Motor Type

Permanent Magnet Synchronous

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Electric	Electric
Emission Norm Compliance	ZEV	ZEV
Top Speed (kmph)	-	180

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Electric

Emission Norm Compliance

ZEV

Top Speed (kmph)

180

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Double wishbone suspension	-
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	-
Shock Absorbers Type	FSD	-
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Turning Radius (Metres)	5.85	-
Front Brake Type	Ventilated & Drilled Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	180
0-100kmph (Seconds)	4.5 s	4.7
Tyre Size	245/45 R20	235/50 R19
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless, Radial
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	20	-
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	20	-
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Double wishbone suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Shock Absorbers Type

FSD

Steering Type

Electric

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4830	4440
Width (mm)	1925	1873
Height (mm)	1620	1591
Wheel Base (mm)	2930	2080
Front Tread (mm)	1660	1641
Rear Tread (mm)	1660	-
Kerb Weight (kg)	2340	-
Grossweight (kg)	2750	-
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	500	413
No. of Doors	5	4
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Navigation System	-	Yes
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	-	Yes
Engine Start Stop Button	-	No
Cooled Glovebox	-	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	Yes
USB Charger	-	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	Yes
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Battery Saver	Yes	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
Additional Features	Soundproof double glazed glass - windscreen and front door, Driver seat leg rest power adjustable, NFC card key	Clean zone (Air Purifier),Humidity Sensors,Fixed Panaromic Sun Roof,Automatically died inner and exterior mirror,Front tread plated metal recharge,Parking ticket holder,Waste bin in front of armrest,Glove box curry hook,Suede textile/Microtech Upholstery,Power adjustable driver seat with mamory,Power adjustable passenger seat,4 way power adjustable lumbar support,Mechanicle Cushion Extenshion Front seat,Mechanicle release fold 2nd row rear seat,Power foldable rear headrest from centre stack display,Luggage space in front,Foldable floor hatchs with grocery bag holder,Warning Triabgle,First aid kit,Connector EU type+ Quickcharge,Cord plug m type 2 Mode 2
Memory Function Seats	Driver's Seat Only	Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Vehicle to Load Charging	Yes	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	-
Cup Holders	Front & Rear	-
Heated Seats	Front Only	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Height & Reach	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Air Quality Control

Remote Trunk Opener

Interior
Tachometer	-	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	-	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	No
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	-	Yes
Digital Odometer	-	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	-	Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	Yes
Additional Features	Metal door sill protectors	Decore Topography back lit decore,Illuminated vanity mirror in sunvisor LH / RH side,Artificial leather steering wheel with unl deco inlay 3 spoke,sport,Gearlever knob,Interior illumination high level,Parking ticket holder,Glovebox curry hook,Tunnel console high gloss black ash tray lid,Charcoal roof colour interior,Interior Motion Sensor for alarm,Key remote control,Tempered glass side & rear windows,31.24 cms (12.3 inch) driver display,Carpet kit textile,Power Opreted tailgate
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	10.25	-
Upholstery	Leather	Fabric
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Exterior
Available Colours	Aurora WhiteGrayCosmic BlackAtlantis GraySealion 7 Colours	Saga Green Black RoofCrystal White Black RoofFjord Blue Black RoofOnyx BlackSilver Dawn Black RoofCloud Blue Black RoofFusion Red Black RoofVapour Gray Black Roof+3 MoreC40 Recharge Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	-	No
Trunk Opener	-	Remote
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	58L Front Trunk capacity, Panoramic glass roof, Electronic hidden door handles, Door mirror position memory, Auto windows with anti-trap, Privacy glass - rear door, rear quarter and rear windscreen, Sequential rear indicators	BEV grill colour coordinated convert mesh,High gloss black décor side window,,Handle side door body colour keyless and illumination,Black rear view mirror covers,Retractable rear view mirror,Pixle technology headlights,EBL flashing brake light and hazard warning,Foglight in front,Temporary Sparewheel,Jack,Warning Triabgle
Fog Lights	Rear	Front
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Hands-Free	Automatic
Puddle Lamps	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Heated,Powered & Folding	-
Tyre Size	245/45 R20	235/50 R19
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless, Radial
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Exterior

Available Colours

Aurora WhiteGrayCosmic BlackAtlantis GraySealion 7 Colours

Saga Green Black RoofCrystal White Black RoofFjord Blue Black RoofOnyx BlackSilver Dawn Black Roof+3 MoreC40 Recharge Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	11	7
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	Yes	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	All	Driver
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Camera	Yes	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Acoustic Vehicle Alert System	-	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	Yes	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	Yes	Yes
Oncoming Lane Mitigation	-	Yes
Speed Assist System	Yes	Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	Yes	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	Yes	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	Yes	Yes
Lane Departure Prevention Assist	Yes	-
Driver Attention Warning	Yes	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	Yes	-
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Automatic Emergency Braking

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

Speed Assist System

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	-	Yes
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	-	Yes
E-Manual	-	Yes
Digital Car Key	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Assistant	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	Yes	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
Live Weather	Yes	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	Yes	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Save Route/Place	-	Yes
Crash Notification	-	Yes
SOS Button	Yes	Yes
RSA	Yes	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	-	Yes
Remote Boot Open	-	Yes
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Remote Immobiliser

Unauthorised Vehicle Entry

Remote Vehicle Status Check

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	15.6	9
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	12	-
Rear Entertainment System	-	Yes
Additional Features	-	Harmon kardon premium sound system,Remote cuntrol button in steering wheel,22.86cms (9 inch) centre display with touch screen,2 USB Type-c connectors front,Digital service pack,Android based google assisted infotainment system,Volvo on call,with Telematic ca Module,Apple car play with wire,Speech funcion,Inductive charging for smartphone
Usb Ports	Type-A: 1, Type-C: 1	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	-	Savan, Spotyfy, Etc.
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

BYD Sealion 7
- SUV coupe styling is executed well, looks much more expensive than it actually is.
- 82.56kWh battery capacity ensures a real world range of 500km.
- Impeccable interior quality for the price. Soft touch material used generously on the dashboard and door pads.
- Features: 15.6” touchscreen, 10.25” driver’s display, panoramic glass roof, Level 2 ADAS — it has it all.
Volvo C40 Recharge
- Looks sporty yet distinctive
- Insanely quick and fun to drive thanks to 408PS dual motors
- Comfortable ride quality for our roads
- Has almost all the features one would expect
- ADAS works well despite illegible road markings

BYD Sealion 7
- Ride quality feels firm. Does not feel very comfortable over broken roads.
- Lacks the brand value/prestige many expect from a vehicle costing as much.
Volvo C40 Recharge
- Space saver eats into the small 413-litre boot
- Small rear window means view is almost non existent

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between BYD Sealion 7 and Volvo C40 Recharge?

A ) BYD Sealion 7 price starts at ₹ 48.90 Lakh & Volvo C40 Recharge price starts at ₹ 62.95 Lakh in New Delhi. BYD Sealion 7 is cheaper between these two cars.

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