BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) vs MINI Countryman E - Essential
Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · July 2026 · how we verify
On running cost, the BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) 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.
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 MINI Countryman E - Essential mainly if styling or brand sway you. Leads 5-0 of 9 tracked specs.
| Head-to-head 9 specs compared |  BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) ₹48,90,000 Wins 5 of 9 |  MINI Countryman E - Essential ₹54,90,000 Wins 0 of 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹48,90,000Best | ₹54,90,000 |
| On-road (Delhi, est.) | ₹50,61,150Best | ₹56,82,150 |
| Range | 567 km ARAI | 462 km ARAI |
| Battery | 82.56 kWhBest | 66.45 kWh |
| Charging | 82.56 kWh Blade battery, DC fast charge up to 150 kW, 10-80% in about 45 min; AC 11 kW | 10-80% in ~29 min on a 130kW DC fast charger; approx 6 hours for a full charge on an 11kW AC charger. Range figure is WLTP (up to 462 km), not ARAI. |
| Motor | 230 kWBest | 150 kW |
| Top speed | - | 170 km/h |
| Est. annual saving vs petrol | ₹82,733 | ₹82,733 |
| Est. insurance (year 1) | ₹1,71,150Best | ₹1,92,150 |
"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 BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) or the MINI Countryman E - Essential?
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 MINI Countryman E - Essential mainly if styling or brand sway you.
Is the BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) or the MINI Countryman E - Essential cheaper?
The BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) is cheaper ex-showroom: ₹48,90,000 versus ₹54,90,000. On-road in Delhi, the BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) is cheaper (₹50,61,150).
Which has more real-world range, the BYD Sealion 7 Premium (RWD) or the MINI Countryman E - Essential?
A verified real-world range is not yet published for both models; each model's page shows what is available.