Verdict
At RM109,800, the BYD M6 costs RM3,000 more than the RM106,800 Jetour Dashing, but it changes the brief: this is a seven-seat MPV with a 580-litre boot, against a five-seat SUV with 486 litres. Its 161-hp, 310-Nm motor and 55.4-kWh battery deliver a quoted 420 km, with 7-kW AC and 89-kW DC charging. The Dashing brings a 154-hp/230-Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol, 18-inch wheels, blind-spot monitoring and a powered driver’s seat. For family carrying, the M6’s extra two seats, 2,800-mm wheelbase and 360-degree camera are decisive.
Pick the BYD M6 if you need seven seats, a 580-litre boot and an EV with a quoted 420-km range.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if five seats suit your needs and you want to spend RM3,000 less for blind-spot monitoring, 18-inch wheels and a powered driver’s seat.
Key differences
- Price: BYD M6 RM109,800; Jetour Dashing RM106,800.
- Seating and boot: BYD M6 has 7 seats and 580 litres; Jetour Dashing has 5 seats and 486 litres.
- Powertrain: BYD M6 has a 161-hp/310-Nm motor and 55.4-kWh battery; Jetour Dashing has a 154-hp/230-Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Range and fuel: BYD M6 quotes 420 km and charges at 7 kW AC/89 kW DC; Jetour Dashing has a 57-litre petrol tank.
- Size: BYD M6 is 4,695 mm long with a 2,800-mm wheelbase; Jetour Dashing is 4,590 mm long with a 2,720-mm wheelbase.
- Safety and convenience: BYD M6 has 6 airbags and a 360-degree camera; Jetour Dashing has 4 airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a powered driver’s seat.
M6
- Seven seats and a 580-litre boot
- Quoted 420-km EV range with 89-kW DC charging
- Six airbags and a 360-degree camera
- Costs RM3,000 more
- 17-inch wheels versus the Dashing’s 18-inch wheels
- No blind-spot monitoring; driver’s seat is manual
Dashing
- RM3,000 lower entry price
- Blind-spot monitoring and powered driver’s seat
- 18-inch wheels and a seven-year vehicle warranty
- Five seats versus the M6’s seven
- 486-litre boot versus the M6’s 580 litres
- Four airbags and no 360-degree camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800 | RM106,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 154 hp |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 55.4 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 89 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,590 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 2,374 kg | 1,553 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 486 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | GitiControl P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| 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 |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8” Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers, Bluetooth, Navigation | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | 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 | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
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 Dashing FAQ
Is the BYD M6 or Jetour Dashing better?
The BYD M6 is the better family vehicle because it has seven seats, a 580-litre boot, six airbags and a 360-degree camera. The Jetour Dashing is the better fit for five-seat SUV buyers who value blind-spot monitoring and a powered driver’s seat.
What is the price difference?
The BYD M6 costs RM109,800 and the Jetour Dashing costs RM106,800, so the M6 is RM3,000 more expensive.
Which one is better for carrying passengers and luggage?
The BYD M6 is clearly more practical: it seats seven and has a 580-litre boot. The Jetour Dashing seats five and has 486 litres of boot space.