BYD Sealion 7 vs Toyota RAV4: Running Costs in Western Australia
Data verified April 2025
At this driving profile, the Toyota RAV4 is the more economical choice over 5 years in Western Australia.
Running only 15,000 km per year in Western Australia, the BYD Sealion 7's higher purchase price doesn't fully pay back through lower running costs within 5 years. The BYD Sealion 7 costs $101,108 in total versus $85,936 for the Toyota RAV4 — a difference of $15,172. The numbers don't reach break-even within this holding period. If you drive significantly more km per year, or if petrol prices rise substantially, this comparison would shift.
The economics don't stack up at this driving distance — increase annual km or extend the holding period to change the picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Sealion 7 cheaper than the Toyota RAV4 over 5 years in Western Australia?
At 15,000 km/yr in Western Australia the Toyota RAV4 is the cheaper option over 5 years: $85,936 total versus $101,108 for the BYD Sealion 7. Use the calculator to adjust for your situation.
Does the BYD Sealion 7 break even against the Toyota RAV4 in Western Australia?
At 15,000 km/yr in Western Australia the BYD Sealion 7 does not fully recover its price premium within a 5-year holding period. Higher annual km or an extended holding period would change this.
How much does it cost to charge the BYD Sealion 7 vs fuel the Toyota RAV4 per year in Western Australia?
At 15,000 km/yr in Western Australia, charging the BYD Sealion 7 costs approximately $855/yr, versus $1,410/yr in petrol for the Toyota RAV4. Western Australia's electricity and fuel rates are applied automatically.