Verdict
The BYD Seal 6 makes the stronger numbers-led case at RM100,000 against the Mazda 3 Sedan’s RM119,620. Its 56.64 kWh battery is rated for 410 km, it has a 460-litre boot and a 2,820 mm wheelbase, while the RM19,620 gap also brings 100 kW DC charging, rear air-con vents and a 360-degree camera. The Mazda answers with seven airbags, blind-spot monitoring, steering-correction lane assistance and a head-up display, but its 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 118 hp and 153 Nm against the BYD motor’s 129 hp and 220 Nm.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you want 410 km of rated EV range, more rear-seat amenities and a larger 460-litre boot for less money.
Pick the Mazda 3 Sedan if blind-spot monitoring, steering-correction lane assistance, a head-up display and a 200 km/h top speed matter more to you.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal 6 RM100,000; Mazda 3 Sedan RM119,620.
- Power output: BYD Seal 6 motor 129 hp and 220 Nm; Mazda 3 Sedan engine 118 hp and 153 Nm.
- Range/fuel: BYD Seal 6 has a 56.64 kWh battery and 410 km EV range; Mazda 3 Sedan has a 51-litre petrol tank and 5.8 L/100 km rated economy.
- Size and boot: BYD Seal 6 is 4,720 mm long with a 2,820 mm wheelbase and 460-litre boot; Mazda 3 Sedan is 4,660 mm, 2,725 mm and 444 litres.
- Safety assistance: BYD Seal 6 has six airbags and lane-departure warning only; Mazda 3 Sedan has seven airbags, blind-spot monitoring and steering-correction…
- Warranty: BYD Seal 6 gets six years/150,000 km; Mazda 3 Sedan gets five years/100,000 km.
Seal 6
- 410 km rated range, 100 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- 460-litre boot and 2,820 mm wheelbase.
- Rear air-con vents, four USB ports and a 360-degree camera.
- Six airbags versus the Mazda 3 Sedan’s seven.
- No blind-spot monitoring; lane keeping is warning-only.
- 160 km/h top speed versus 200 km/h.
3 Sedan
- Seven airbags, blind-spot monitoring and steering-correction lane assistance.
- Head-up display and built-in navigation.
- 200 km/h top speed with 18-inch wheels.
- Costs RM19,620 more.
- 444-litre boot and 2,725 mm wheelbase trail the BYD’s 460 litres and 2,820 mm.
- No rear air-con vents and only two USB-C ports, against rear vents and four USB ports in the BYD.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM119,620 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 118 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 153 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,361 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres✓ | 444 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C |
| 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 | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
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 & 3 Sedan for sale
Seal 6 vs 3 Sedan FAQ
Is the BYD Seal 6 or Mazda 3 Sedan better?
The BYD Seal 6 is the better buy on price, rated range, boot capacity, wheelbase and warranty. Choose the Mazda 3 Sedan only if its extra airbag, blind-spot monitoring, steering-correction lane assistance and head-up display are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 3 Sedan costs RM19,620 more than the BYD Seal 6.
Which has the larger boot and longer warranty?
The BYD Seal 6 has the larger 460-litre boot versus 444 litres, plus a six-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty versus five years/100,000 km for the Mazda 3 Sedan. It also has separate eight-year battery and electric-drive-unit cover.
