Comparing the BMW X7 and the BYD Seal side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X7 is available at ₹14,999,000, while the BYD Seal is priced at ₹4,199,000. On the engine front, the BMW X7 comes with a 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) unit compared to the BYD Seal's N/A (Electric), producing 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) and 308 bhp (RWD) / 523 bhp (AWD) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | Blade LFP 82.56 kWh |
| Displacement | 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 Petrol (xDrive40i) / 3.0L B57 Diesel (xDrive40d) / 4.4L V8 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual or Single) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 11.0 kmpl (approx) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 / 8 | — |
| Power | 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) | 308 bhp (RWD) / 523 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm (6-cyl) / 700 Nm (Diesel) / 750 Nm (V8) | 360 Nm (RWD) / 670 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 82.56 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~26 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC Fast (150 kW) |
| Range | — | 650 km - WLTP (RWD) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 326 Litres (3rd row up) | 400 Litres + 50 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3100 kg | 2475 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 241 mm | 150 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2445 kg | 1975 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 5151 mm / 2000 mm / 1805 mm | 4800 mm / 1875 mm / 1460 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3105 mm | 2920 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row (4-Zone) Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Yes - Adaptive ADAS |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row (Massage) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 15.6-inch Rotating Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual 4-Zone | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Executive Lounge | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Merino Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (32-Speaker) | Dynaudio 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | Yes - USB-C + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (Crown Shape) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/50 R20 (front) / 315/45 R20 (rear) | 235/45 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch / 22-inch M Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + ADB | Yes - iTAC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - Surround View + 3D View | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteCarbon BlackBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit GreyCopper Grey | Aurora WhiteCosmos BlackAtlantic GreyShark Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
