The new BYD Sealion 6 is set to enter the competitive mid-sized SUV segment, so how does it stack up against Toyota's benchmark RAV4?
BYD Sealion 6 vs Toyota RAV4 Comparison
BYD Sealion 6
Toyota RAV4
How they stack...
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CarExpert's Take
- Strong value for money
- Achievable EV range claim
- Cushy, quiet drive experience
- Soft ride can get wallowy
- Base model offers more range
- No safety rating... yet
- Efficient hybrid powertrain
- Plenty of interior space
- Cheap servicing
- Droning petrol engine
- Slow, beeping power tailgate
- Orange highlights aren't for everyone
Standard Features
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Colours Available
The Toyota RAV4 is available in nine different colours, however not all are available across all variants. The following are available on the Cruiser and GXL:
- Glacier White
- Crystal Pearl
- Silver Sky
- Graphite
- Atomic Rush (red)
- Eclipse Black
- Mineral Blue
- Saturn Blue
The GX misses out on Crystal Pearl. The XSE missed out on Crystal Pearl, Atomic Rush, Eclipse lack and Saturn Blue.
The top-spec Toyota RAV4 Edge misses out on the two white colours and Saturn Blue but it does get its own unique Jungle Khaki colour.
Premium paint is a $675 option.
A full list of colours for the 2022 range has yet to be announced.
Comparison
Reviews
BYD is aiming straight at the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV with its new Sealion 6, and it may just have a headshot on its hands...
James Wong
Toyota now only sells hybrid versions of the hot-selling RAV4 SUV, and it remains a benchmark for the segment.
Jack Quick
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Specs
Type | ||
ELECTRONIC F/INJ, ELECTRIC & TURBO DFI | DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1498 | 2487 | |
Size (L) | ||
1.5L | 2.5L | |
Induction | ||
INLINE 4, TURBO 4 | INLINE 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
NOT PROVIDED | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
145kW - 150kW | 131kW | |
Power RPM | ||
- | 5700 | |
Torque | ||
300Nm | 221Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
- | 3600 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
- | 14 |