BYD Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
0/5 (0)
$63,990
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs
Ford Everest Active
0/5 (0)
$60,000
Drive Away Price
Base price: $60,000 MLP
Excludes on-road costs
Offer ends 31 Dec 2026

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Overview
Everest Active
2026
Year
2022
—
Engine
1996
—
Power
125
PHEV
Fuel
Diesel
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
7
Seating
7

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

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Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Specification
Everest Active
—
Engine Capacity
1996
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Engine Code
Panther
—
Cylinder Configuration
Inline
—
Number of Cylinders
4
35.6
Battery Capacity Gross
—
BYD Blade Battery (LFP) 2nd gen
Battery Type
—
359
Power
125
675
Torque
405
200
Top Speed
—
11
AC Charging Power
—
74
DC Fast Charging Power
—
AWD
Drive Type
4WD
—
Fuel Economy City
8.5
—
Fuel Economy Highway
6.8
—
Fuel Economy Combined
7.1
265 / 45 R21
Tyre Size
255 / 65 R18
21" Alloy
Wheel Size
18-inch
5
Number of Doors
5
7
Seating Capacity
7
—
Front Brakes
Disc
—
Rear Brakes
Disc
—
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
—
Rear Suspension
Coil spring Watts link
—
Steering Type
Electric power steering
9
Number of Airbags
9
2000
Towing Capacity
3500
—
Turning Circle
11.8

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Dimension
Everest Active
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
80
5040
Length
4914
1996
Width
1923
1760
Height
1842
2930
Wheelbase
2900
—
Ground Clearance
226
2580
Kerb Weight
2349
270
Boot Space
259

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Feature
Everest Active
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Feature
Everest Active
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Feature
Everest Active
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Feature
Everest Active
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Charging & Battery Tech

Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Feature
Everest Active
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump

EV / Hybrid Drive Features

Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Feature
Everest Active
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G

PHEV / EV-specific features

Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Feature
Everest Active
EV Drive Mode
Hybrid Drive Mode
Charge Mode
Charge Scheduling
DC Fast Charging Support

Diesel Utility

Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD
Feature
Everest Active
Trailer Sway Control
Side Steps
Tow Bar Prep

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

BYD Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD

Pros

  • +All-wheel-drive family confidence
  • +Premium BYD SUV technology
  • +Spacious three-row cabin potential
  • +Confident AWD traction
  • +Distinctive premium SUV presence

Cons

  • −Large SUV footprint
  • −Premium price positioning
  • −Parking needs extra room
  • −Higher weight and complexity
  • −Higher running costs than smaller SUVs

Ford Everest Active

Pros

  • +Lowest Everest entry price
  • +Seven-seat family practicality
  • +Strong 3500kg towing
  • +12-inch touchscreen standard
  • +Five-star ANCAP rating

Cons

  • −Less torque than V6 grades
  • −Basic grade equipment
  • −Large SUV footprint
  • −Diesel running costs
  • −V6 costs extra

Which one should you buy?

Best for Performance: BYD Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD

System power around 359 kW supports a solid performance score. Combined system power is prioritised for plug-in hybrid scoring.

Best for Value: Ford Everest Active

Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.

Best for Practicality / Space: Ford Everest Active

Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.

Best Overall: BYD Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD

Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.

Our Recommendation

Choose BYD Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Choose Ford Everest Active if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.

Bottom Line: BYD Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD leads on performance, Ford Everest Active leads on value and Ford Everest Active leads on practicality.

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