Verdict
For RM912 more, the BYD M6 is the more practical electric people mover: it has seven seats, a 580-litre boot, a 55.4-kWh battery and 420 km of range. Its 310 Nm motor also outweighs the Vigo’s 230 Nm, although the M6 is slower to 100 km/h at 10.1 seconds versus 9.5 seconds. The Dongfeng Vigo counters with much faster 167-kW DC charging, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking, but its 380-km range and five-seat layout make it less useful for larger Malaysian households.
Pick the BYD M6 if you need seven seats, 420 km of claimed range and the larger 580-litre boot.
Pick the Dongfeng Vigo if faster 167-kW DC charging, ADAS and powered ventilated front seats matter more than a third row.
Key differences
- Price: BYD M6 RM109,800; Dongfeng Vigo RM108,888.
- Seating and boot: BYD M6 has 7 seats and 580 litres; Dongfeng Vigo has 5 seats and 500 litres.
- Battery and range: BYD M6 has 55.4 kWh and 420 km; Dongfeng Vigo has 51.87 kWh and 380 km.
- Motor torque and acceleration: BYD M6 makes 310 Nm and does 0-100 km/h in 10.1 seconds; Dongfeng Vigo makes 230 Nm and does it in 9.5 seconds.
- Charging: BYD M6 supports 7 kW AC and 89 kW DC; Dongfeng Vigo supports 6.6 kW AC and 167 kW DC.
- Driver assistance: BYD M6 has passive cruise control; Dongfeng Vigo has adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and steering correction.
M6
- Seven seats and a 580-litre boot
- 420 km range from a 55.4-kWh battery
- 310 Nm torque and multi-link rear suspension
- 89-kW DC charging is far below the Vigo’s 167 kW
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control
- Manual front seats; no panoramic glass roof
Vigo
- 167-kW DC charging
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring
- Powered, ventilated front seats with driver memory
- Only five seats versus the M6’s seven
- 380 km range and 500-litre boot trail the M6
- 230 Nm torque and torsion-beam rear suspension
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800 | RM108,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 230 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 55.4 kWh✓ | 51.87 kWh |
| EV Range | 420 km✓ | 380 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 89 kW | 167 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 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 | 9.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,306 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,654 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Weight | 2,374 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| 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 | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 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, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Second Row, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8” Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers, Bluetooth, Navigation | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| 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 | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View |
| 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 | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery |
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.
Used M6 & Vigo for sale
M6 vs Vigo FAQ
Is the BYD M6 or Dongfeng Vigo better?
The BYD M6 is better for carrying people and luggage, with seven seats, a 580-litre boot and 420 km range. Choose the Dongfeng Vigo for its 167-kW DC charging, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking.
What is the price difference?
The BYD M6 costs RM109,800 and the Dongfeng Vigo costs RM108,888, so the M6 is RM912 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The Dongfeng Vigo charges faster on DC at 167 kW, compared with 89 kW for the BYD M6. The M6 has the small AC advantage: 7 kW versus 6.6 kW.