VS
At a Glance
Power
230 kW
96kW@3800
Torque
380 Nm
285Nm@2200
Fuel
19.8 kWh/100km l/100km
-
Towing
—
1500kg
0-100 km/h
6.7 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 230 kW while the Toyota Land Cruiser 76 produces 96kW@3800. On fuel, the Sealion 7 returns 19.8 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 109 900 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 7Premium 2025 - From R1 109 900
Toyota Land Cruiser 764.2d Station Wagon 2009 - From R470 600
Performance
Power Output
230 kW
96kW@3800
Torque
380 Nm
285Nm@2200
0-100 kph
6.7 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
rear
ALL
Full Time 4x4
—
✓ Standard
Low Range
—
✓ Standard
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
19.8 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
2225 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 (19.8 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 19.8 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 230 kW and 380 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 109 900 and the Land Cruiser 76 from R470 600. The Land Cruiser 76 is cheaper by R639 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.