BYD Dolphin vs BYD Seal 6
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the BYD Dolphin at RM 100,530 offers a compact hatchback experience with an EV range of 340 km and a 0-100 km/h time of 12.3 seconds, making it a suitable choice for urban commuting. However, the BYD Seal 6, priced slightly lower at RM 100,000, provides a more powerful 129 hp engine, a longer range of 410 km, and a quicker 0-100 km/h time of 10.9 seconds, appealing to those who desire a more spacious sedan with better performance.
Pick the Dolphin if you prefer a more compact hatchback with a slightly lower price.
Pick the Seal 6 if you want a larger sedan with superior performance and range.
Key differences
- Price: RM 100,530 (Dolphin) | RM 100,000 (Seal 6)
- Power: 94 hp (Dolphin) | 129 hp (Seal 6)
- 0-100 km/h: 12.3 s (Dolphin) | 10.9 s (Seal 6)
- EV range: 340 km (Dolphin) | 410 km (Seal 6)
- Boot space: 345 L (Dolphin) | 460 L (Seal 6)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 100,530 | RM 100,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Engine | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 94 hp | 129 hp✓ |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 12.3 s | 10.9 s✓ |
| Top speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 44.9 kWh | 56.6 kWh✓ |
| EV range | 340 km | 410 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,290 mm | 4,720 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,820 mm |
| Boot space | 345 L | 460 L✓ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 6 | 6 |
| Road tax / year | RM 50✓ | RM 70 |
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.
Dolphin
- Compact size ideal for city driving
- Lower price point
- Good range for daily use
- Less powerful engine
- Smaller boot space
- Slower acceleration
Seal 6
- More powerful performance
- Longer EV range
- Larger boot space for practicality
- Higher price point
- Larger size may be less agile in urban areas
Dolphin vs Seal 6 FAQ
Is the Dolphin or Seal 6 better?
The choice depends on your needs; the Dolphin is better for city driving, while the Seal 6 offers more power and range.
What is the price difference?
The Dolphin is priced at RM 100,530, while the Seal 6 costs RM 100,000, making the Seal 6 the cheaper option.
What are the main differences in performance?
The Seal 6 has a more powerful engine with 129 hp and accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 10.9 seconds, compared to the Dolphin's 94 hp and 12.3 seconds.