Verdict
The RM9,800 step up to the BYD M6 buys a much larger 4,695-mm seven-seat MPV with a stated 580-litre boot, 161 hp and 310 Nm. That is the family-hauling choice, and its 89-kW DC charging also beats the Box’s 70 kW. The Dongfeng Box counters with a slightly longer 430-km range from its smaller 42.3-kWh battery, plus autonomous braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control. At 4,030 mm long, it is the easier fit for a five-seat urban brief, but it cannot match the M6’s passenger capacity or luggage figure.
Pick the BYD M6 if you need seven seats, a 580-litre boot and the stronger 161-hp, 310-Nm motor.
Pick the Dongfeng Box if five seats are enough and you prioritise 430 km of range plus autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: BYD M6 RM109,800; Dongfeng Box RM100,000.
- Seating and boot space: BYD M6 seven seats and 580 litres; Dongfeng Box five seats and 326 litres.
- Motor output: BYD M6 161 hp and 310 Nm; Dongfeng Box 94 hp and 160 Nm.
- Battery and range: BYD M6 55.4 kWh and 420 km; Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh and 430 km.
- DC charging: BYD M6 89 kW; Dongfeng Box 70 kW.
- Length: BYD M6 4,695 mm; Dongfeng Box 4,030 mm.
M6
- Seven seats and a stated 580-litre boot.
- 161 hp, 310 Nm and 89-kW DC charging.
- Six airbags, including side and front/rear curtain airbags.
- 420-km range is 10 km short of the Box’s 430 km.
- No autonomous braking, while the Box has it.
- Passive cruise control versus the Box’s adaptive cruise control.
Box
- 430-km EV range from a 42.3-kWh battery.
- Autonomous braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- Seven-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty for the first owner.
- Five seats and a 326-litre boot versus the M6’s seven seats and 580 litres.
- 94 hp and 160 Nm trail the M6’s 161 hp and 310 Nm.
- Only driver and front-passenger airbags, versus the M6’s six-airbag arrangement.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800 | RM100,000✓ |
| Body type | MPV | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp✓ | 94 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 160 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 55.4 kWh✓ | 42.3 kWh |
| EV Range | 420 km | 430 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 89 kW✓ | 70 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,030 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,660 mm |
| Weight | 2,374 kg | 1,342 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 326 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Wanli Harmonic Plus |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Second Row, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 12.8” Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers, Bluetooth, Navigation | 12.8" Touchscreen |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | Limited to the first owner only; 8-year/unlimited mileage battery 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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M6 vs Box FAQ
Is the BYD M6 or Dongfeng Box better?
The BYD M6 is better for larger families because it has seven seats, a 580-litre boot and 161 hp. The Dongfeng Box is better for a five-seat urban buyer wanting 430 km range, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The BYD M6 costs RM109,800 and the Dongfeng Box costs RM100,000, so the M6 is RM9,800 more expensive.
Which one charges faster on DC power?
The BYD M6 has the higher DC charging rate at 89 kW, compared with 70 kW for the Dongfeng Box. Its AC rate is also higher, at 7 kW versus 6.6 kW.