BYD Sealion 5
BYD Sealion 5
Design
AED 89,900
Toyota RAV 4 HEV
Toyota RAV 4 HEV
EX
AED 114,900
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BYD Sealion 5 vs Toyota RAV 4 HEV Comparison

Below is the detailed Cars comparison, based on price, specifications & other features, of BYD Sealion 5 and Toyota RAV 4 HEV. BYD Sealion 5 is priced between AED 89,900 while Toyota RAV 4 HEV is priced between AED 114,900. Talking about the technical specifications, BYD Sealion 5 Design houses 1498 engine whereas Toyota RAV 4 HEV EX engine displacement is 2498.

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Overview: Sealion 5 vs RAV 4 HEV

Brand BYD Toyota
SRP* AED 89,900 Sealion 5 Price AED 114,900 RAV 4 HEV Price
Variant Sealion 5 Design RAV 4 HEV EX
User Rating Tell us your vehicle story Write a Review 4.5 RAV 4 HEV reviews
Fuel Type PHEV PHEV Cars in UAE Hybrid Hybrid Cars in UAE
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type SUV SUV Cars in UAE SUV SUV Cars in UAE

Key Features

Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type FWD FWD
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Engine Displacement 1498 cc 2498 cc
Top Speed 170 Km/h -
AC charging 6.6 -
Battery Capacity 18 Kwh -
Range 791 KM -
Power 210Hp 226Hp
Torque - 221Nm
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DP AED 22,500 Installment : AED 1,271 x 60 Months VIEW APRIL OFFERS DP AED 28,700 Installment : AED 1,626 x 60 Months VIEW APRIL OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

Tell us your vehicle story Write a Review
4.5/5
29 reviews
User Review Comparison --
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    Jithesh Nov 07, 2025

From The Experts

Things we like
  • Excellent PHEV efficiency and range
  • Feature-packed cabin with large touchscreen
  • Strong value for money
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Spacious and comfortable ride quality

Refined and economical powertrain

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Things we don't like
  • Resale value still developing
  • Limited brand recognition in some circles
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Started to show its age

Lacklustre steering feedback at higher speeds

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Engine and Transmission

Range 791 KM --
Battery Capacity 18 Kwh --
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type FWD FWD
AC charging 6.6 --
Secondary Engine Fuel Type Electric Electric
Engine 1.5L 2.5L
Emission Yes Yes
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Battery Type -- Lithium-ion
Motor Type -- Permanent Magnet Synchronous
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Performance

Engine Displacement 1498 cc 2498 cc
Power 210Hp 226Hp
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Top Speed 170 Km/h --
Fuel Consumption 6.9 kmpl --
Acceleration 8.1s --
Torque -- 221Nm
Mileage City -- 26.6 kmpl
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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 463 L --
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 52 L 55 L
Length 4738 mm 4600 mm
Width 1860 mm 1855 mm
Ground Clearance 150 mm --
Height 1710 mm 1695 mm
Wheel Base 2712 mm --
No Of Doors 4 --
Gross Weight 1785 kg 2170 kg
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type Electric Electric
Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 225/60 R18 235/65 R17
Tyre Type Radial Tubeless Radial Tubeless
Rear Brake Type Disc Disc
Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
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Safety

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes --
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Rear Rear Front and Rear Front and Rear
Cruise Control Yes Yes
First Aid Kit Yes Yes
Fire Extinguisher Yes Yes
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Auto Hold Yes --
ISOFIX Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Programe Yes --
Central Locking -- Yes
Power Door Locks -- Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System -- Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System -- Yes
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
Door Ajar Warning -- Yes
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes
Hill Start Assist -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
Driver Knee Airbag -- Yes
Lane Change Indicator -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes --
Air Quality Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps Yes --
Accessory Power Outlet 12v 12v Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Usb charger Yes Yes
Driving Modes Sport, Normal, Eco Sport, Normal, Eco EV, Eco, Sport, Normal EV, Eco, Sport, Normal
Engine Start/Stop Button -- Yes
Power Steering -- Yes
Foldable Rear Seat -- Yes
Remote Trunk Opener -- Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Apple Carplay Yes Yes
Portable Charging Cable Yes Yes
Touch Screen Size 12.8 inch 12.8 inch 10.5 Inch 10.5 Inch
Numbers of Speakers 6 6 6 6
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Exterior

Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes --
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes Yes
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Roof Rail Yes --
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp Type LED LED LED LED
Shark fin antenna Yes --
LED DRL Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights -- Yes
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror -- Yes
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes
Driver Seat Manual Adjustment 6 Way 6 Way --
Instrument Cluster Display Size 8.8 Inch 8.8 Inch 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch

Miscellaneous

Fabric Upholstery Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Spare Wheel Yes Yes
Tacho Meter -- Yes

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BYD Sealion 5 vs Toyota RAV 4 HEV FAQs

Q. Which Car is cheaper between BYD Sealion 5 vs Toyota RAV 4 HEV?

A. Sealion 5 is priced at AED 89,900 and RAV 4 HEV is priced at AED 114,900. Hence Sealion 5 is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Q. Which Car has more safety features between BYD Sealion 5 vs Toyota RAV 4 HEV?

A. Sealion 5 safety features: Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Cruise Control, First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, Electric Parking Brake, Curtain Airbags, Auto Hold, ISOFIX and Electronic Stability Programe

RAV 4 HEV safety features: Passenger Airbag, Central Locking, Side Airbag-Front, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Cruise Control, Door Ajar Warning, Engine Immobilizer, ISOFIX, Fire Extinguisher, Hill Start Assist, First Aid Kit, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Electric Parking Brake, Curtain Airbags, Driver Knee Airbag and Lane Change Indicator

The Toyota RAV 4 HEV has higher number of sefety features than Sealion 5, hence Toyota RAV 4 HEV is more safer than BYD Sealion 5.

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Q. Which Car has more comfort features between Sealion 5 vs RAV 4 HEV?

A. Sealion 5 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Air Quality Control, Heater, Rear A/C Vents, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Follow Me Home Headlamps, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry, Centre Console Armrest and Usb charger

RAV 4 HEV comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Air Quality Control, Heater, Rear A/C Vents, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Foldable Rear Seat, Remote Trunk Opener, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry, Usb charger and Centre Console Armrest

The Toyota RAV 4 HEV has higher number of comfort features than Sealion 5, hence Toyota RAV 4 HEV is more comfortable than BYD Sealion 5.

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Q. Which is bigger Sealion 5 or RAV 4 HEV?

A. The Sealion 5 dimensions are 4738 mm length, 1860 mm width, 1710 mm height while the RAV 4 HEV dimensions are 4600 mm length, 1855 mm width, 1695 mm height. Hence the Sealion 5 is more longer more wider and more higher.

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