BYD SEALION 8 Dynamic DM-i 2026 vs Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy 2026
Basic information
Brand
BYD
Hyundai
Model
BYD Sealion
Hyundai Santa Fe
Year of Release
2026
2026
Body Type
SUV
SUV
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Brand
Model
Year of Release
Body Type
Fuel Type
Specifications
Engine Capacity
1500 cc
1598 cc
Max Power
205 hp
231 hp
Torque
315 Nm
375 Nm
Top Speed
200 kmph
200 kmph
Transmission Type
Single-speed Hybrid Transmission
6-speed AT
Drive Type
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
Engine Capacity
Max Power
Torque
Top Speed
Transmission Type
Drive Type
Features
- 7 airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Electronic stability control
- Lane departure warning
- Plug-in hybrid efficiency
- All-wheel drive
- Panoramic sunroof
- 10 airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Electronic stability control
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane departure warning
- All-wheel drive
Features
Expert Ratings
Overall Rating
4.0 / 5
4.0 / 5
Exterior Design
3.5
4.0
Interior Design
4.0
4.5
Performance
3.5
3.5
Fuel Efficiency
4.0
3.5
Safety and Technology
3.5
4.0
Transmission
3.5
4.0
Ride Quality
4.0
3.5
Driver Insights
Independent road tests position the Dynamic DM-i as the calmer, efficiency-focused SEALION 8 rather than the performance derivative. Its character centres on quiet electric-biased driving, family space and a comfort-oriented chassis.
Independent testing presents the Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy as a comfort-focused family SUV rather than a performance or off-road model. Its cabin packaging, storage, equipment and low-speed hybrid assistance are the main strengths.
Overall Rating
4.0 / 5
4.0 / 5
Exterior Design
Interior Design
Performance
Fuel Efficiency
Safety and Technology
Transmission
Ride Quality
Driver Insights
Prices
Avg market price
Rs. 29.9M–31.5M
Rs. 37.9M–40M
Avg market price
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