Verdict
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000 against the Aion ES’s RM106,800, and the RM6,800 saving also brings a 100 kW DC charging limit rather than 60 kW, plus a 460-litre boot. The Aion counters with 442 km of range from its 55.2 kWh battery, 32 km more than the Seal 6, and its 136 hp/225 Nm motor narrowly tops the BYD’s 129 hp/220 Nm unit. For Malaysian buyers who rely on public fast chargers, the Seal 6 is the sharper buy; pick the Aion if maximum quoted range matters more.
Pick the Aion ES if you want the longer 442 km quoted range, slightly stronger 136 hp and 225 Nm motor, and an eight-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you want to spend RM6,800 less, use 100 kW DC charging and gain a 460-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Aion ES RM106,800; BYD Seal 6 RM100,000
- Quoted EV range: Aion ES 442 km; BYD Seal 6 410 km
- DC charging: Aion ES 60 kW; BYD Seal 6 100 kW
- Motor output: Aion ES 136 hp and 225 Nm; BYD Seal 6 129 hp and 220 Nm
- Wheelbase and boot: Aion ES 2,750 mm and 450 litres; BYD Seal 6 2,820 mm and 460 litres
- Driveline: Aion ES front-wheel drive; BYD Seal 6 rear-wheel drive
ES
- 442 km quoted EV range
- 136 hp and 225 Nm
- Eight-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty
- RM6,800 more expensive
- 60 kW DC charging versus 100 kW
- 450-litre boot versus 460 litres
Seal 6
- RM100,000 purchase price
- 100 kW DC charging
- 460-litre boot and 2,820 mm wheelbase
- 410 km quoted range versus 442 km
- 129 hp and 220 Nm versus 136 hp and 225 Nm
- Six-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty versus eight years/160,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM100,000✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70 | RM70 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp✓ | 129 hp |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm✓ | 220 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 55.2 kWh | 56.64 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 442 km✓ | 410 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | 100 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,720 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,820 mm |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 225/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 225/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Power-adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 6 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.
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ES vs Seal 6 FAQ
Is the Aion ES or BYD Seal 6 better?
The BYD Seal 6 is the better fit for buyers prioritising purchase price, 100 kW DC charging and boot space. Choose the Aion ES instead if its 442 km quoted range and slightly higher 136 hp/225 Nm output are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Aion ES costs RM6,800 more than the BYD Seal 6: RM106,800 versus RM100,000.
Which one charges faster on DC power?
The BYD Seal 6 has the higher DC charging limit at 100 kW, compared with 60 kW for the Aion ES. Both use 400V electrical architecture and have 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.