Head-to-head
BYD Sealion 7 vs Skoda Enyaq
Just TBA separates the BYD Sealion 7 and Skoda Enyaq on starting price, but the Skoda Enyaq goes 78 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
BYD Sealion 7
BYD's mid-size electric SUV launched in Australia in February 2025 and rose to second on the EV sales chart by early 2026 — only the Tesla Model Y outsells it. Pairs an 82.5 kWh Blade LFP battery with rear- or all-wheel-drive options, 150 kW DC fast charging and a 5-star ANCAP rating.
- From
- $54,990
- Range
- 482 km
- Battery
- 82.5 kWh
Option B · SUV
Skoda Enyaq
Skoda's mid-size electric SUV — the more practical sibling of the VW ID.5 and Audi Q4 e-tron. 585 L boot is class-leading; the RS dual-motor variant adds 250 kW for more performance.
- From
- $54,990
- Range
- 560 km
- Battery
- 82 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the BYD Sealion 7 and Skoda Enyaq, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Skoda Enyaq
The Skoda Enyaq goes 78 km further on a charge (560 vs 482 km WLTP).
- 2
DC charging · advantage Skoda Enyaq
The Skoda Enyaq accepts 35 kW more DC peak charging (185 vs 150 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 3
Boot · advantage Skoda Enyaq
The Skoda Enyaq swallows 85 L more cargo with the rear seats up (585 vs 500 L).
- 4
Warranty · advantage Skoda Enyaq
The Skoda Enyaq covers the vehicle for 1 more year (7 vs 6 yrs).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the BYD Sealion 7 wins
Trails the Skoda Enyaq on the core specs we measure.
Where the Skoda Enyaq wins
- ▸ 78 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (6.5s vs 6.7s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (185 kW vs 150 kW)
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
BYD Sealion 7
What we like
- ✓ Long 482 km WLTP range from the Premium RWD variant
- ✓ Five-star ANCAP rating tested 2025
- ✓ Class-leading 8-year battery warranty
- ✓ Genuinely quick — 4.5s 0–100 in Performance trim
What we don't
- ✕ DC fast-charging peak (150 kW) trails 800V Korean rivals
- ✕ Software lacks the polish of Tesla's
- ✕ BYD dealer network still limited outside capital cities
Skoda Enyaq
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 585 L boot
- ✓ 7-year Skoda warranty
- ✓ 185 kW DC charging keeps it road-trip viable
What we don't
- ✕ VW Group infotainment quirks
- ✕ Pricing creeps up quickly for higher trims
- ✕ Skoda's Australian dealer network limited regionally
Frequently asked: BYD Sealion 7 vs Skoda Enyaq
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Skoda Enyaq has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 560 km, 78 km further than the BYD Sealion 7's 482 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Skoda Enyaq accepts a peak DC charging rate of 185 kW versus 150 kW for the BYD Sealion 7. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The Skoda Enyaq is covered by a 7-year vehicle warranty, versus 6 years for the BYD Sealion 7. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
BYD Sealion 7
if…
- ✓ you match the profile: model y cross-shoppers
Choose the
Skoda Enyaq
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (78 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly load it up (85 L more boot)
- ✓ you match the profile: practical families
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.