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Launched
RM 169,888 – 195,888
Overview
The BYD Seal is a C-segment electric sedan with five seats and an 82.56 kWh battery, aimed at motorists who want a longer-range EV rather than an SUV. It starts from RM 171,800 in Premium form, pairing rear-wheel drive with 308 hp and a claimed 570 km range. The Performance takes a more power-focused route.
Seal in 2026 — what's new
The Mk1 facelift carries into 2026 unchanged, with Premium and Performance versions continuing the range. Both use an 82.56 kWh battery; Premium is the 308 hp single-motor RWD car with 570 km range, while Performance has two motors, AWD and 523 hp with 520 km range. The facelift brings DiSus-C adaptive suspension, 19-inch multi-spoke wheels with 235/45 tyres, a powered sunroof blind, sunglasses compartment and phone-as-key access.
Variants (2)
RM 171,800 – RM 191,800 · est. from RM 1,755/mo
Which variant to buy
Most buyers should take the RM 171,800 Premium. Its claimed 570 km range is 50 km beyond the Performance’s figure, and it gives you the same 82.56 kWh battery and five-seat cabin for RM10,000 less. Pay RM191,800 for Performance only if its 523 hp two-motor AWD layout is the point: it has 215 hp more, but its stated range falls to 520 km. On paper, the gap is for performance rather than battery capacity.
Key specs
- Motor Horsepower
- 308 hp
- Motor Torque
- 360 Nm
- Battery Capacity
- 82.56 kWh
- EV Range
- 570 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 5.9 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 400 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag
Key specs
- Motor Horsepower
- 523 hp
- Motor Torque
- 670 Nm
- Battery Capacity
- 82.56 kWh
- EV Range
- 520 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 3.8 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 400 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Atlantis Grey Metallic
- Aurora White Metallic
- Cosmos Black Metallic
- Shark Grey Metallic
Verdict
The Seal has a straightforward split: Premium prioritises claimed range, while Performance buys 523 hp and AWD. The facelift adds a powered sunroof blind and phone key. But it is not a price-led electric sedan: even the Premium costs RM24,200 more than the RM147,600 Tesla Model 3, and it is also dearer than the GWM Ora 07 and Dongfeng 007.
Used cars for sale
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BYD Seal sales in Malaysia
149 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #131 best-selling model this year.
Full Seal sales data, month by month →BYD Seal resale value
What a used Seal holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.
| Year | Trade guide | Typical asking | Holds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | RM 180,400 | — | 100% |
| 2025 | RM 140,200 | — | 78% |
| 2024 | RM 117,600 | RM 128,250 (18) | 71% |
Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.
Generations
Rivals to consider
same class, similar money
BYD Seal FAQ
How much is the BYD Seal in Malaysia?
The BYD Seal Premium costs RM171,800, while the two-motor AWD Performance costs RM191,800.
Which BYD Seal variant should I buy?
Buy the Premium for its lower price and longer claimed 570 km range. Choose the Performance only if the 523 hp output and AWD are priorities; its claimed range is 520 km.
What is the BYD Seal’s range?
The Premium has a claimed 570 km range. The Performance has a claimed 520 km range. Both use an 82.56 kWh battery.
Is the BYD Seal Performance all-wheel drive?
Yes. The Seal Performance uses two motors and AWD, producing 523 hp. The Premium uses a single motor, rear-wheel drive and 308 hp.