Verdict
At RM100,000, the BYD Seal 6 costs RM9,400 more than the Toyota Vios but moves you into a larger C-segment sedan: it is 295 mm longer with a 200 mm longer wheelbase. Its 56.64 kWh battery is rated for 410 km, while the 129 hp, 220 Nm rear motor also beats the Vios’ 104 hp and 138 Nm. The Vios is cheaper to buy, has a 15-litre larger boot and stronger active-safety hardware, so it remains the more straightforward petrol choice for buyers without charging access.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you can charge regularly and want 410 km of claimed EV range, more cabin footprint and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want the lower purchase price, a 475-litre boot, a full-size spare wheel and blind-spot monitoring.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal 6 RM100,000; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Power and torque: BYD Seal 6 motor makes 129 hp and 220 Nm; Toyota Vios 1.5-litre engine makes 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Size: BYD Seal 6 is 4,720 mm long with a 2,820 mm wheelbase; Toyota Vios is 4,425 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BYD Seal 6 has 460 litres; Toyota Vios has 475 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: BYD Seal 6 uses 17-inch alloys with 225/55R17 tyres; Toyota Vios uses 16-inch alloys with 195/60R16 tyres.
- Warranty: BYD Seal 6 has six years/150,000 km plus an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty; Toyota Vios has a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Seal 6
- 410 km claimed range from a 56.64 kWh battery
- 295 mm longer body and 200 mm longer wheelbase
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and dual-zone climate control
- Costs RM9,400 more
- 460-litre boot is 15 litres smaller
- No blind-spot information system or full-size spare wheel
Vios
- RM90,600 purchase price
- 475-litre boot and full-size 16-inch alloy spare
- Blind-spot monitoring, steering lane-keeping correction and rear cross-traffic alert
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the Seal 6’s 129 hp and 220 Nm
- 295 mm shorter with a 200 mm shorter wheelbase
- No adaptive cruise control, auto wipers or steering reach adjustment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| 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 | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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 | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit 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 & Vios for sale
Seal 6 vs Vios FAQ
Is the BYD Seal 6 or Toyota Vios better?
The Seal 6 is better for buyers with regular charging who want a larger sedan, 410 km claimed range and 220 Nm. The Vios is better if petrol convenience, a larger boot, full-size spare and more active-safety aids matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000 and the Toyota Vios costs RM90,600, so the Seal 6 costs RM9,400 more.
Which has more luggage space?
The Toyota Vios has the larger boot at 475 litres, 15 litres more than the BYD Seal 6’s 460 litres. It also carries a full-size 16-inch alloy spare, while the Seal 6 has a tyre repair kit.
