- Exterior Design Identity and Road Presence
- Cabin Ambience and Build Quality
- Power, Acceleration, and Electric Range
- Driver Assistance Systems and Smart Technologies
- Pricing, Warranty, and Ownership Experience
Electric vehicles continue to strengthen their presence on the roads of the UAE and the GCC, as drivers become increasingly aware of the importance of efficiency, advanced technology, and lower running costs. In this direct comparison within a highly competitive scene, the BYDEgypt BYDKSA BYDUAE BYDKuwait BYDQatar BYDOman BYDBahrain BYD Sealion 7 and Tesla Model YBahrain Tesla Model YEgypt Tesla Model YKSA Tesla Model YKuwait Tesla Model YOman Tesla Model YQatar Tesla Model YUAE Tesla Model Y stand out as two prominent electric crossovers, each offering a unique vision of the modern driving experience.
Exterior Design Identity and Road Presence
Exterior design plays a key role in forming first impressions and reflects each brand’s philosophy toward today’s drivers.
BYD Sealion 7
Adopts a dynamic design inspired by ocean aesthetics.
Uses slim LED headlights that give the car a modern appearance.
Rides on 20 inch aluminum wheels that enhance stability.
Features a panoramic roof that adds a sense of spaciousness.
TeslaUAE TeslaBahrain TeslaEgypt TeslaKSA TeslaKuwait TeslaOman TeslaQatar Tesla Model Y
Embraces a clean design without a traditional front grille.
Features smooth, aerodynamic lines that reduce air resistance.
Uses hidden door handles to improve aerodynamic efficiency.
Presents a subtle sporty character suited for urban use.
Cabin Ambience and Build Quality
The interior reflects each vehicle’s philosophy, whether focused on luxury or technical minimalism.
Cabin Ambience and Build Quality
The interior reflects each vehicle’s philosophy, whether the focus is on luxury or technical minimalism.
BYD Sealion 7
Offers premium interior materials with comfortable leather seats.
Uses soft ambient lighting to enhance a refined atmosphere.
Features a rotating 15.6 inch central display.
Provides dual wireless charging pads and practical storage spaces.
Tesla Model Y
Relies on a minimalist interior centered around the main display.
Uses a 15.4 inch touchscreen to control most vehicle functions.
Offers comfortable seats with heating and cooling for the front row.
Benefits from a wide glass roof that delivers natural light and an open feel.
Power, Acceleration, and Electric Range
Performance remains one of the most important decision factors in electric vehicles, especially for drivers seeking strong acceleration and a practical driving range.
BYD Sealion 7
Rear wheel drive version producing 313 hp with 0–100 km/h acceleration in 6.7 seconds.
Electric driving range of up to 482 km on a single charge.
All wheel drive version delivering 530 hp with 0–100 km/h acceleration in 4.5 seconds.
AWD range stands at approximately 456 km.
Tesla Model Y
Standard RWD version offering a range of around 500 km.
Long Range RWD version with a driving range of up to 622 km.
Long Range AWD version delivering approximately 600 km of range.
Strong acceleration in AWD variants, reaching 0–100 km/h in as little as 4.8 seconds.
Driver Assistance Systems and Smart Technologies
Modern technologies play a key role in making daily driving safer and more seamless, especially in urban environments.
BYD Sealion 7
Offers a comprehensive suite of driver assistance systems.
Includes adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist.
Provides blind spot monitoring and an emergency braking system.
Focuses on enhancing safety without adding complexity to daily use.
Tesla Model Y
Comes with Autopilot as standard, with advanced upgrade options available.
Offers semi autonomous driving features and automatic lane changes.
Benefits from continuous over the air software updates.
Supports Tesla’s Supercharger network for fast charging during long trips.
Pricing, Warranty, and Ownership Experience
Purchase cost and aftersales services play a major role in long term ownership decisions.
BYD Sealion 7
Premium trim priced from approximately AED 172,900.
Performance trim priced at around AED 192,900.
Vehicle warranty of up to 6 years or 150,000 km.
Battery warranty lasting 8 years or 160,000 km.
Tesla Model Y
Standard version priced from around AED 174,900.
Long Range versions priced above AED 200,000.
Vehicle warranty of 4 years or 80,000 km.
Battery and drive unit warranty of 8 years or 192,000 km.
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