Skoda Enyaq 85x vs BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence 4.5 s Runner-up: 6.7 s
Range winner Skoda Enyaq 85x 545 km Runner-up: 502 km
Power winner BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence 530 hp Runner-up: 286 hp
Cargo winner Skoda Enyaq 85x 585 L Runner-up: 520 L
Price winner BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence $49,800 Runner-up: $51,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x against the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.5 seconds, compared with 6.7 seconds for 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x. 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence has the higher listed output at 530 hp; 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x is rated at 286 hp, a difference of 244 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence at 690 Nm and 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x at 545 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x carries the longer listed range at 545 km, against 502 km for 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence. 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x has the lower recorded consumption at 15.0 kWh/100km; 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence is listed at 18.2 kWh/100km. 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 175 kW, compared with 150 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 585 litres versus 520 litres, a difference of 65 litres. 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence carries the higher towing rating at 1,500 kg, while 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x is listed at 1,200 kg. 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence is 181 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence has the lower listed starting price at $49,800, compared with $51,500 for 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x. 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Skoda Enyaq 85x2026 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.7 s4.5 s
Top Speed180 km/h215 km/h
Power286 hp530 hp
Torque545 Nm690 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range545 km502 km
Battery82 kWh91.3 kWh
Efficiency15 kWh/100km18.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging175 kW150 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,649 mm4,830 mm
Ground Clearance176 mm160 mm
Cargo585 L520 L
Curb Weight2,112 kg2,262 kg
Towing1,200 kg1,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.2 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$51,500$49,800

Skoda Enyaq 85x vs BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.5 seconds, versus 6.7 seconds for 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence has the higher listed top speed at 215 km/h (134 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence has more power at 530 hp, a 244 hp advantage over 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x.

Which has more range, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x has the longer listed range at 545 km (339 miles), versus 502 km (312 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence has the larger listed battery at 91.3 kWh, compared with 82.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x has more listed cargo space at 585 litres (20.7 cu ft), versus 520 litres (18.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,500 kg (3,307 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence is heavier at 2,262 kg (4,987 lb), while 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x is listed at 2,112 kg (4,656 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $49,800 USD, compared with $51,500 USD for 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Skoda Enyaq 85x or the 2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence?

2025 BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.