BYD (Build Your Dreams) launched a new entry-level variant of its best-selling Sealion 7 EV, now priced Rs 8 lakh cheaper than the previous entry variant. It starts at Rs 41,90,000 (Rs 41.90 lakh) ex-showroom, placing the Sealion in competition with best-selling EVs such as the BMW iX1 LWB. BYD named this new variant Dynamic, which has trimmed a few features found on the premium and performance variants. However, it still retains the smooth ride and feel of the premium models. The new BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic variant competes with the newly launched BMW iX1 LWB, which also offers premium features and a similar range of under 531 km.
BYD and BMW are now strong competitors. Here is what we know so far about the all-new BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic Variant and how it stacks up against the recently launched BMW iX1 LWB.
Launched in February 2027, the BYD Sealion 7 has been the best EV under Rs 60 lakh in India.
As competition changed, BYD created a trimmed-down version of the Sealion 7, now 8 lakh cheaper and starting at Rs 41.90 lakh. The premium and performance variants remain unchanged, starting at Rs 55.90 lakh.
The new variant lets customers experience BYD’s luxury EVs without exceeding a Rs 50 lakh budget, while still offering an attractive price.
To reduce the price, BYD trimmed some specs for the Dynamic variant. It has a 71.8 kWh battery, compared to 82.56 kWh in the premium performance variants.
Despite the smaller battery, BYD claims the entry-level Sealion 7 has a 520 km range. It features a single RWD motor with 231 bhp and accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds.
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In comparison, the premium and performance variants have dual motors and reach 100 km/h in half the time. However, this price cut should not be a big drawback.
The BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic variant lacks a few features. It has smaller 19-inch wheels, and the braking system is downgraded from drilled discs to floating-type calipers.
Charging is slower, with AC charging peaking at 7 kW and DC charging at 110 kW.
Other premium BYD features, such as the driver-monitoring camera, HUD, hands-free tailgate function, auto-tilt ORVMs and ORVM memory, leather-wrapped steering and seats, and driver’s memory functions with lumbar and leg rest, will be missing from the Dynamic variant.
The speaker setup has been reduced from 12 to 10, and the air filter and mood lighting have been removed.
On the infotainment front, the Dynamic variant will get a 10.25-inch screen.
Important features: 360-degree camera, Level-2 ADAS, 11 airbags, and a sunroof are still available on the base variant.
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How Does the BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic Variant Take on the BMW iX1 LWB?
The BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic variant launches alongside Germany-based BMW’s all-new BMW iX1 LWB luxury EV in India. Both offer similar features, but with German engineering inside.
In contrast to the BYD Sealion 7, the iX1 LWB comes with dual-zone climate control, sports seats, a 12-speaker system, and a 10.25-inch infotainment system running on BMW 9 OS.
The BMW EV is equipped with eight airbags, a parking assistant, and a Level 2 ADAS system.
On the design side, we get a new grills with a silver-lined finish on the front, with adaptive LED lights and a tweaked bumper,
Under the hood, the BMW iX1 LWB is powered by a 66.4kWh battery and two electric motors.
On paper, the BMW EV’s output is rated at 205 bhp, and it claims a total range of 531 km, with acceleration to 100km/h in just 8.6 seconds.
The new BMW iX1 LWB is priced at Rs 51.40 lakh and comes in a single variant.
Compared to the BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic variant, the new entry-level luxury car holds a huge advantage over the recently launched BMW EV, despite a few cuts.
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FAQs
What is the price of the BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic?
The BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic is now priced at Rs 41.90 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
How much cheaper is the Sealion 7 Dynamic than the previous entry-level variant?
The new Dynamic variant is Rs 8 lakh cheaper than the entry-level Sealion 7.
What battery does the BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic use?
The Dynamic variant has a 71.8kWh battery pack, smaller than the 82.56kWh battery on higher variants.
What is the price of the BMW iX1 LWB?
The BMW iX1 LWB, an all-new German-based EV, is priced at Rs 51.40 lakh (ex-showroom) in India and is available in a single variant.
Which is cheaper, the BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic or BMW iX1 LWB?
The BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic is cheaper, starting at Rs 41.90 lakh, while the BMW iX1 LWB starts at Rs 51.40 lakh.