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BYD Sealion 7 vs Peugeot e-Traveller
Selected trimComfortChange trim300 mi · 82.5 kWh · £44,990
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD Sealion 7 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Peugeot e-Traveller counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD Sealion 7 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BYD Sealion 7 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueBYD
BYD
6
Peugeot
5.3
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
3.1
Peugeot
1.2
FamilyBYD
BYD
8
Peugeot
4.6
ChargingBYD
BYD
5.9
Peugeot
3.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BYD Sealion 7
Comfort
- 85 miles more WLTP range
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 130 kW more power
- 7.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 31 Wh/km more efficient
- 0.7 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £44,990 | £37,060 (better) |
| Official range | 300 miles (better) | 215 miles |
| Boot space | 520 L | 1700 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 14.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD Sealion 7
Peugeot e-Traveller
Length
BYD Sealion 74,830mm-151mm
Peugeot e-Traveller4,981mm
Width
BYD Sealion 71,925mm
Peugeot e-Traveller1,920mm-5mm
Height
BYD Sealion 71,620mm-270mm
Peugeot e-Traveller1,890mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,981 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,925 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm (better) | 2,204 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.7 m (better) | 12.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 475 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 9 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L | 1700 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1789 L | 3100 L (better) |
| Frunk | 58 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BYD Sealion 7
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- At 4,830 mm, longer than 80% of SUVs we track.
Peugeot e-Traveller
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD Sealion 7 Comfort |  Peugeot e-Traveller Combi |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.83m | 4.98m+151mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.92m-5mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.20m+15mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.89m+270mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 3.27m+345mm |
| Ground Clearance | 157mm | 150mm-7mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L | 1700L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1789L | 3100L (better) |
| Frunk | 58L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 9 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.7m (better) | 12.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,225kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 82.5kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 300 mi (better) | 215 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £44,990 | £37,060 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £44,990 (not eligible) | £35,560 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | MPV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2022+ |
* Peugeot e-Traveller: Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 300 miles (better) | 215 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 204 miles (better) | 160 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 199 Wh/km (better) | 230 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 82.5 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 14.3 sec |
| Power | 230 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 380 Nm (better) | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD Sealion 7
Comfort
6.6/10
average across 6 reviews
- Parkers3.9/5
- Auto Express3.5/5
- Electrifying.com7/10
Peugeot e-Traveller
Combi
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BYD Sealion 7
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BYD Sealion 7 Comfort
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-Traveller Combi
Peugeot e-Traveller Combi
Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BYD Sealion 7
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Peugeot e-Traveller
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Sealion 7 worth the extra £7,930 over the Peugeot e-Traveller?
The BYD Sealion 7 costs £7,930 more than the Peugeot e-Traveller. For that premium it adds 85 miles more WLTP range, 50 kW faster peak rapid charging and 130 kW more power. The Peugeot e-Traveller is not just cheaper - it also offers 1180 litres more boot space and 4 more seats (9 versus 5). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BYD Sealion 7 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD Sealion 7 or the Peugeot e-Traveller?
The Peugeot e-Traveller is £7,930 cheaper to buy. The BYD Sealion 7 is cheaper to charge, roughly £216 a year versus £248 for the Peugeot e-Traveller, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Peugeot e-Traveller comes out roughly £7,770 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BYD Sealion 7 and Peugeot e-Traveller like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 204 miles for the BYD Sealion 7 and 160 miles for the Peugeot e-Traveller - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD Sealion 7 goes roughly 43 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD Sealion 7 or the Peugeot e-Traveller?
The two are within 5 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 480 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-Traveller and about 475 mm of total clearance for the BYD Sealion 7. The BYD Sealion 7 also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD Sealion 7 or the Peugeot e-Traveller?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD Sealion 7 and 84% for the Peugeot e-Traveller. That gives the BYD Sealion 7 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The BYD Sealion 7's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Peugeot e-Traveller's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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