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BYD Sealion 7 vs Skoda Peaq
Selected trimComfortChange trim300 mi · 82.5 kWh · £44,990
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD Sealion 7 counters with the lowest price, while the Skoda Peaq leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Skoda Peaq if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Peaq wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
BYD
6
Skoda
6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeSkoda
BYD
3.1
Skoda
8.2
FamilySkoda
BYD
8
Skoda
9.5
ChargingSkoda
BYD
5.9
Skoda
6.5
Cost Per MileSkoda
BYD
0.8
Skoda
7.3
City DrivingSkoda
BYD
2.2
Skoda
3.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Skoda Peaq
SE L 90
- 102 miles more WLTP range
- 370 litres more boot space
- 49 kW faster rapid charging
- 2 more seats
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £44,990 (better) | £51,980 |
| Official range | 300 miles | 402 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 520 L | 890 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min (better) | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 7.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD Sealion 7
Skoda Peaq
Length
BYD Sealion 74,830mm-40mm
Skoda Peaq4,870mm
Width
BYD Sealion 71,925mm
Skoda Peaq1,867mm-58mm
Height
BYD Sealion 71,620mm-44mm
Skoda Peaq1,664mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,925 mm | 1,867 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | 1,984 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.7 m | 11.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 475 mm spare | 533 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L | 890 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1789 L | 2075 L (better) |
| Frunk | 58 L (better) | 37 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.
Skoda Peaq
- 1st-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 890 L.
- 402 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,870 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD Sealion 7 Comfort |  Skoda Peaq SE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.83m | 4.87m+40mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.87m-58mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 1.98m-205mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.66m+44mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 2.96m+35mm |
| Ground Clearance | 157mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L | 890L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1789L | 2075L (better) |
| Frunk | 58L (better) | 37L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.7m | 11.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,225kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 82.5kWh | 91kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 300 mi | 402 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 199kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £44,990 (better) | £51,980 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2027+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 300 miles | 402 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 204 miles | 335 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min (better) | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 199 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 199 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 82.5 kWh | 86 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 7.1 sec |
| Power | 230 kW (better) | 210 kW |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 545 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
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
- Electrifying.com7/10
- Auto Express3.5/5
Skoda Peaq
SE L 90
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BYD Sealion 7
All 3 videos
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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)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7Comfort | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Skoda Peaq
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Skoda Peaq worth the extra £6,990 over the BYD Sealion 7?
The Skoda Peaq costs £6,990 more than the BYD Sealion 7. For that premium it adds 102 miles more WLTP range, 49 kW faster peak rapid charging and 370 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Peaq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD Sealion 7 or the Skoda Peaq?
The BYD Sealion 7 is £6,990 cheaper to buy. The Skoda Peaq is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £216 for the BYD Sealion 7, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BYD Sealion 7 comes out roughly £6,670 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 Skoda Peaq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 204 miles for the BYD Sealion 7 and 335 miles for the Skoda Peaq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Skoda Peaq goes roughly 131 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 24-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD Sealion 7 or the Skoda Peaq?
The Skoda Peaq is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 58 mm narrower than the BYD Sealion 7. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 533 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Peaq and about 475 mm of total clearance for the BYD Sealion 7.
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Data accuracy
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