VS
At a Glance
Power
390 kW
96kW@3800
Torque
690 Nm
285Nm@2200
Fuel
21.2 kWh/100km l/100km
-
Towing
—
1500kg
0-100 km/h
4.5 s
-
Engine
electric cc
4164cc
Choosing between the BYD Sealion 7 and the Toyota Land Cruiser 76 is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The BYD Sealion 7 delivers 390 kW while the Toyota Land Cruiser 76 produces 96kW@3800. On fuel, the Sealion 7 returns 21.2 kWh/100km l/100km while the Land Cruiser 76 uses 0L/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R1 319 900 for the Sealion 7 and R470 600 for the Land Cruiser 76. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
BYD Sealion 7Performance AWD 2025 - From R1 319 900
Toyota Land Cruiser 764.2d Station Wagon 2009 - From R470 600
Performance
Power Output
390 kW
96kW@3800
Torque
690 Nm
285Nm@2200
0-100 kph
4.5 s
-
Top Speed
215 Km/h
150km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
electric cc
4164cc
Engine Layout
—
LONGITUDINAL INLINE 6
Cylinders
—
6
Fuel Type
electric
DIESEL
Transmission
automatic
MANUAL
Number of Gears
-
5
Drive Wheels
all
ALL
Full Time 4x4
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Low Range
—
✓ Standard
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
21.2 kWh/100km l/100km
-
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
-
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
82.6 kWh l
90L
CO2 Emissions
-
-
Dimensions
Length
4830 mm
4760mm
Width
1925 mm
1870mm
Height
1620 mm
1930mm
Wheelbase
2930 mm
2730mm
Ground Clearance
140 mm
230mm
Kerb Weight
2340 Kg
2180kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
5
Load Volume
58 front + 500-1769 rear l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
—
1500kg
Load Capacity
410 lkg
-
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✗
EBD
✓ Standard
✗
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✗
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✗
Airbag Count
9
2
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✗
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✗
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✗
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✗
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
-
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✗
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✗
Sunroof
✓ Standard
✗
Heated Seats
✓ Standard
✗
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✗
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✗
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5 vehicle / 8 battery
36
Warranty Distance
100000 vehicle / 200000 battery Km
100000km
Service Plan
—
-
Service Intervals
20000
5000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Toyota Land Cruiser 76
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Sealion 7
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
Land Cruiser 76
Practicality
Land Cruiser 76
Pros & Cons
BYD Sealion 7
Well-rounded specification
Higher fuel consumption (21.2 kWh/100km l/100km)
Higher starting price
Toyota Land Cruiser 76
Lower starting price (R470 600)
Few notable weaknesses
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Sealion 7 or Land Cruiser 76?
The Sealion 7 uses 21.2 kWh/100km l/100km and the Land Cruiser 76 uses 0L/100km on the combined cycle. In real-world conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, actual figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Sealion 7 or Land Cruiser 76?
The Sealion 7 produces 390 kW and 690 Nm of torque while the Land Cruiser 76 delivers 96kW@3800 and 285Nm@2200 of torque. The Sealion 7 is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Sealion 7 and Land Cruiser 76?
The Sealion 7 starts from R1 319 900 and the Land Cruiser 76 from R470 600. The Land Cruiser 76 is cheaper by R849 300 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Sealion 7 or Land Cruiser 76?
The Sealion 7 has a braked towing capacity of not specified and the Land Cruiser 76 can tow 1500kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Sealion 7 or the Land Cruiser 76?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.