BYD Sealion 7 (2026) vs Kia Sorento 1.6 SX AWD Turbo Hybrid (2025)

A full spec-by-spec comparison of BYD Sealion 7 (2026) vs Kia Sorento 1.6 SX AWD Turbo Hybrid (2025) — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification BYD Sealion 7 (2026) BYD ₱2,588,000 Kia Sorento 1.6 SX AWD Turbo Hybrid (2025) Kia ₱2,888,000
Overview
Model Year 2026 2025
Warranty 6 years or 150,000 kms 5 years or 200,000 kms
Availability Current Current
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Type Electric Motor Inline-4
Fuel Type Electric Hybrid
Max Power 530 PS 235 PS
Max Torque 690 Nm 367 Nm
Transmission Automatic Automatic 6-Speed
Drivetrain AWD AWD
Displacement 1598cc
Valvetrain DOHC 16-valve
Aspiration Turbocharged
Body & Dimensions
Body Type Midsize Crossover SUV Midsize Crossover SUV
Segment SUV Crossover
Construction Unibody Unibody
Exterior Colors Aurora White, Cosmos Black, Deep Sea Blue, and Shark Gray Aurora Black Pearl, Silky Silver, Snow White Pearl, and Volcanic Sand Brown
Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 2+3 7
Length (mm) 4830 4815
Width (mm) 1925 1900
Height (mm) 1620 1700
Wheelbase (mm) 2930 2815
Curb Weight (kg) 2340 1963
Fuel Tank (L) 67
Chassis, Wheels & Brakes
Front Suspension Double Wishbone MacPherson Strut w/Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-link with coil spring
Front Wheels 20 Alloys 19
Rear Wheels 20 alloys 19
Front Tires 245/45R20 235/55R19
Rear Tires 245/45R20 235/55R19
Front Brakes Disc Disc
Rear Brakes Disc Disc
Steering Type EPS Hydraulic
Steering Column Tilt Tilt & Telescope
Tire Pressure Monitoring Yes No
Differential Lock No
Safety
Anti-lock Braking (ABS) Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes No
Traction Control Yes No
Hill Descent Control Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Knee Airbag Yes No
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Front Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Side Airbags Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Security Alarm Yes Yes
Door Locking Central Locking Central Locking
Brake Assist Yes
Stability Control No
Vehicle Dynamic Control Yes
Forward Collision Mitigation No
Blind Spot Warning No
Hill Start Assist No
Auto Stop/Start No
Comfort & Convenience
Air Conditioning Automatic Climate Control Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control Dual Zone
Rear A/C Vents Yes No
Seat Material Leather Leather
Parking Brake EPB EPB
Key Type Keyless Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Multi-Info Display Yes Yes
Reverse Camera Yes No
Auto Headlights Yes No
Power Windows Yes Yes
Power Seats Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Release Yes Yes
Paddle Shifters No
Eco Mode No
Antenna no
Infotainment & Audio
Speakers 12 12
Touchscreen Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
Apple CarPlay Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
USB Yes No
AM/FM Radio Yes Yes
Navigation No
AUX Input No
CD Player No
DVD Player No
MP3 Playback No
iPod Support No
SD Card Slot No
Lighting
Headlights LED LED
Daytime Running Lights Yes Yes
Fog Lights Yes
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