Heard of the line ‘so many people can’t be wrong’? There’s a reason why global leaders are where they are, and more often than not, it boils down to good products trusted by many. When it comes to battery electric vehicles (BEV), BYD is the world’s leader in sales – the Shenzhen-headquartered carmaker has come a long way in a short time since its establishment as a battery-maker in 1995.
BYD is also the No.1 BEV brand in Malaysia. It is leading Malaysia’s BEV sales charts by brand to-date in 2025. In fact, it has been the No.1 BEV brand in our market for three consecutive years, in 2023, 2024 and 2025. In addition to perennial favourites like the ATTO 3 and SEAL, the brand has since broadened its range with the SEALION 7, DOLPHIN and M6, capturing top spots in those new segments along the way.
If you’re in the Klang Valley, BEVs are a common sight these days, but it wasn’t always like this. In fact, it wasn’t very long ago that battery-powered cars were a curiosity, driven by mavericks. That all changed when BYD launched the ATTO 3 in late-2022; the SUV’s instant success and strong acceptance by the market spurred on the BEV segment and paved the way for rivals. EVs became mainstream with the ATTO 3, so to speak.
Similarly, the SEAL and M6 were trailblazers for BEVs in their respective segments – sports sedan and affordable MPV. The latter – introduced in October 2024 – blends electric mobility with the practicality of seven seats and an affordable price, opening up the possibility of BEV ownership to a new demographic. BYD’s BEVs are trusted by a growing and diverse base of Malaysian EV buyers.
At the heart of BYD’s successful BEVs is the company’s world-renowned Blade batteries. Developed in-house based on years of experience as a company that produces its own BEV batteries, BYD’s Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries have safety as its core priority. In testing, the Blade battery did not emit smoke nor catch fire while undergoing the nail penetration test, while ternary lithium batteries heated up and caught fire when penetrated.
Other extreme forms of testing include crushing, bending, heat testing in a furnace at 300 degrees Celsius, and overcharging the battery by 260%, and the Blade battery passed with flying colours – no fire. Safety aside, thermal stability, good space utilisation and long life are the other strong points of the Blade battery.
It’s not enough to have great products alone, as cars need strong after-sales support, and it’s here that BYD doubles its advantage over rivals. As the world’s leading BEV brand, BYD is backed in Malaysia and Singapore by Sime Motors, the leading automotive player in Asia Pacific.
BYD Sime Motors, the official distributor of BYD vehicles in Malaysia, ensures a seamless customer journey that extends well beyond the initial purchase. With decades of experience in the local automotive industry, their strong presence provides Malaysian buyers with added confidence and trust in the brand.
In just a couple of years, BYD’s footprint in Malaysia has expanded rapidly, and now, customers are supported by a network of 35 showrooms nationwide. BYD already has one of the largest EV retail networks in the country, and the number of outlets is still growing. This strong and growing network symbolises the scale, trust and serious investment by BYD and Sime Motors in the local EV industry, reinforcing the company’s commitment to accessibility, support, and service quality to its customers.
BYD cars are supported by strong warranty packages. The vehicles come with a six-year or 150,000 km warranty, whichever comes first, while the BEV battery itself is covered with an eight-year or 160,000 km warranty. The drive unit is covered by an eight-year or 150,000 km warranty. Buyers also have access to wide financing options and support services; this full ecosystem support – from vehicle purchase to maintenance – rests on the strength of Sime Motors as BYD’s local partner.
The world’s No.1 BEV manufacturer and Malaysia’s largest automotive group is a winning partnership that’s here to stay, delivering cutting-edge products and global innovation supported by an established local partner’s strong grasp of the nuances and preferences of Malaysian car buyers. With more exciting products in the pipeline and a growing nationwide footprint, BYD Sime Motors is in the driver’s seat when it comes to leading the switch to clean mobility in Malaysia.
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