Jaecoo J8 SHS vs BYD Sealion 7

BYD Sealion 7
AED 158,900

BYD Sealion 7

5 seats · 530 hp · Electric
Key specs
SpecJaecoo J8 SHSBYD Sealion 7
Starting priceAED 139,900AED 158,900
Body typeSUV · Midsize SUVSUV · Midsize electric coupe SUV
Dimensions4,820 × 1,710 × 1,930 mm (width and height as published) · wheelbase not published4830 × 1925 × 1620 mm · 2930 mm wheelbase
Seats75
Powertrain1.5T DHE hybrid (SHS) with 3-speed DHTDual-motor electric, 82.5 kWh LFP Blade Battery
DrivetrainFWDAWD
Cargo spaceNot disclosed500 L
Max power367 hp530 hp
Torque605 Nm690 Nm
0–100 km/h9 s4.5 s
Top speedNot disclosed215 km/h
Combined range1,100 km462 km
EV-only range140 kmNot disclosed
ConsumptionNot disclosed21.4 kWh/100 km (test cycle not stated in document)
ChargingAC charging; DC fast charging (variant dependent)AC 11 kW, DC 150 kW, CCS2 port; charging times not stated
Airbags6Not disclosed
Driver assistance20 ADAS features and a 540 camera system, as listed by the brand; individual functions are not itemised.Adaptive cruise control (ACC/ICC), intelligent speed limit information and control, front and rear collision warning, AEB, front and rear cross-traffic alert and braking, lane departure warning, emergency lane keeping assist, front 2 and rear 4 parking radars, tyre pressure monitoring, W-HUD
Safety index7.5/10Not disclosed
WarrantyNot disclosedNot published on the UAE model page.
ScreensDual 12.25-inch screens (instrument cluster and infotainment), with intelligent voice control and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.15.6" electrically rotating central touchscreen (DiLink 8155 ecosystem, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, OTA) plus 10.25" full LCD instrument cluster; W-HUD
Speakers1212
Comfort highlightsVentilated seats, a sunroof, leather-textile upholstery, a 50W wireless charger and an electric tailgate are listed. Marketing also mentions massage seats, 64-colour ambient lighting, a fragrance system, Nappa leather and ultra-quiet glass. The spec table shows massage seats and the fragrance system as not included, so confirm trim-level equipment with the dealer.Leather seats, ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof with electric sunshade, dual wireless phone charging, and a spacious cabin. A front trunk adds storage.
Sentiment scoreNot disclosedNot disclosed
SummaryNot disclosedNot disclosed

Specs and prices change often; confirm with the dealer before buying.