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It's time for a showdown between two of the very best mid-sized electric SUVs you can buy in 2025 – the Tesla Design Y vs the BYD Sealion!
The question is, which will come out on top in this brand new group test? Let's take a more detailed take a look at the two contenders.
The new Model Y has actually been updated both inside & out compared to the previous design. On the outside, there's a Cybertruck-inspired front light bar, new alloy wheel designs, and an upgraded rear bumper, paired with a brightened Tesla badge. On the within, it's still much of the same as in the old car, apart from a couple of minor tweaks and modifications. The good news is, there's likewise still a stalk for the indicator, unlike in the brand-new Model 3!
In terms of rate, the Model Y range begins with ₤ 44,990, increasing to ₤ 52,000 for the top-of-the-range edition. The vehicle we have here is the long-range edition, which has double motors for AWD, 507hp, 494Nm, and a weight of 1,995 kg.
When it comes to the BYD Sealion, it has a quite imposing appearance from the outside, with large air consumption on either side of the front bumper. Around the back, there's a little boot lip spoiler, as well as a full-length light bar. On the within, there's a variety of distinctions to the Tesla. There's leatherette throughout the cabin that gives it a smart feel, while there are a variety of physical buttons and a drive mode choose lever. There's a large infotainment screen that can rotated, and the BYD also includes a set of digital dials.
The BYD begins with ₤ 47,000, rising to around ₤ 59,000 for the range-topping edition. We had the dual motor Quality edition for this test, which delivers 530hp and 690Nm, and weighs in at 2,420 kg.
The long-lasting trip computer systems on these automobiles tape-recorded energy consumption figures of 3.7 miles per kWh in the Tesla, and 2.5 miles per kWh in the BYD. The Tesla's 75kWh battery indicates it needs to handle around 278 miles on a complete charge, while the BYD's 91.3 kWh battery should provide around 228 miles.
So will the BYD come out on top? Or will the Tesla reign supreme? You'll need to stick to Mat to see on your own!
Mat's Tesla Choice:
Mat's BYD Choice:
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:38 Price
00:57 Design
03:16 Door Deals with
04:45 Drag Race
06:07 Rolling Race
06:58 Interiors
12:36 Infotainment System
14:32 Charging
14:46 Rear seats
16:42 Boot
17:00 Guy in Boot Test
20:05 Front Boot
20:48 Batteries & Variety
22:43 Driving
25:03 Verdict
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