Verdict
At RM100,000, the Seal 6 undercuts the Jetour by RM6,800 while bringing a 56.64 kWh battery, 410 km EV range and 100 kW DC charging. The Dashing uses a 1,498 cc turbo petrol engine and a 57-litre tank instead. The BYD is 130 mm longer, has a 100 mm longer wheelbase and six airbags to the Jetour’s four. Choose the Dashing for its five-door SUV body, 486-litre boot and powered boot; its 1,685 mm height may suit buyers who want that format.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you want EV running, 410 km range, stronger safety provision and a lower entry price.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you need a five-door SUV with a 486-litre boot, powered tailgate and petrol refuelling.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal 6 RM100,000; Jetour Dashing RM106,800.
- Powertrain: Seal 6 has a 129 hp/220 Nm electric motor and 56.64 kWh battery; Dashing has a 154 hp/230 Nm 1,498 cc turbo petrol engine.
- Length and wheelbase: Seal 6 is 4,720 mm long with a 2,820 mm wheelbase; Dashing is 4,590 mm long with a 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Body, boot and wheels: Seal 6 is a four-door sedan with 460 litres and 17-inch alloys; Dashing is a five-door SUV with 486 litres and 18-inch alloys.
- Safety: Seal 6 has six airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping warning; Dashing has four airbags and no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- Road tax and warranty: Seal 6 is RM70 yearly with a six-year manufacturer warranty; Dashing is RM120 yearly with a seven-year manufacturer warranty.
Seal 6
- 410 km EV range with 100 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera
- 2,820 mm wheelbase and dual-zone climate control
- 460-litre boot is 26 litres smaller
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Dashing’s space-saver spare
Dashing
- 486-litre boot and powered boot
- Five-door SUV body, 1,685 mm height and 18-inch alloys
- Seven-year manufacturer warranty plus 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
- Costs RM6,800 more
- Four airbags versus six in the Seal 6
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist, and RM120 annual road tax versus RM70
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM106,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 129 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 56.64 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 410 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,590 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,553 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 57 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 486 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | GitiControl P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Seal 6 & Dashing for sale
Seal 6 vs Dashing FAQ
Is the BYD Seal 6 or Jetour Dashing better?
The BYD Seal 6 is the better choice for EV range, charging, six airbags and autonomous braking at a lower price. The Jetour Dashing is the better fit if a five-door SUV, powered boot and 486-litre cargo area matter more than EV capability.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000, while the Jetour Dashing costs RM106,800. The Dashing is RM6,800 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Jetour Dashing has the larger boot at 486 litres, compared with 460 litres for the BYD Seal 6. The Dashing also gets a powered boot, while the Seal 6 uses remote-control boot release.
