BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (LWB) vs BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD)

Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · July 2026 · how we verify

On running cost, the BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (LWB) saves more versus petrol (about ₹82,733/year). On-road price is a Delhi estimate; pick your city on each model's page. Full side-by-side below.

Our verdict

The BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) is the stronger all-round pick here, leading on a lower price, more power and a bigger battery. Look at the BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (LWB) mainly if styling or brand sway you. Leads 5-0 of 9 tracked specs.

Head-to-head 9 specs compared BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (LWB) BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (LWB) ₹51,40,000 Wins 0 of 9 BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) ₹48,90,000 Wins 5 of 9
Price (ex-showroom) ₹51,40,000 ₹48,90,000Best
On-road (Delhi, est.) ₹53,19,900 ₹50,61,150Best
Range 531 km ARAI 567 km ARAI
Battery 66.4 kWh 82.56 kWhBest
Charging 10-80% in ~32 min on 130kW DC; 0-100% in ~6.5h on 11kW AC 82.56 kWh Blade battery, DC fast charge up to 150 kW, 10-80% in about 45 min; AC 11 kW
Motor 150 kW 230 kWBest
Top speed - -
Est. annual saving vs petrol ₹82,733 ₹82,733
Est. insurance (year 1) ₹1,79,900 ₹1,71,150Best

"real" = independently tested real-world range; "ARAI" = manufacturer's certified claim. Bars scale each row to the leader; "Best" marks the stronger value. On-road and insurance are Delhi estimates, not quotes.

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FAQ

Which is better, the BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (LWB) or the BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD)?

The BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) is the stronger all-round pick here, leading on a lower price, more power and a bigger battery. Look at the BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (LWB) mainly if styling or brand sway you.

Is the BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (LWB) or the BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) cheaper?

The BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) is cheaper ex-showroom: ₹48,90,000 versus ₹51,40,000. On-road in Delhi, the BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) is cheaper (₹50,61,150).

Which has more real-world range, the BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport (LWB) or the BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD)?

A verified real-world range is not yet published for both models; each model's page shows what is available.