Verdict
The BYD M6 costs RM9,000 less and answers the family brief far more directly: it has seven seats, a 580-litre boot and a 2,800-mm wheelbase. Its 55.4-kWh battery is smaller, but the claimed 420-km range is only 14 km behind the B10’s 434 km, while its 89-kW DC charging figure is stated. The Leapmotor B10 is the quicker, better-equipped five-seat choice, with 215 hp, a 9.3-second century sprint and adaptive cruise control. For Malaysian buyers carrying six or seven people, the M6’s extra seats matter more than the B10’s SUV format and driver-assistance advantage.
Pick the BYD M6 if you need seven seats, a 580-litre boot and RM9,000 left in your pocket.
Pick the Leapmotor B10 if five seats are enough and you want 215 hp, rear-wheel drive and a fuller active-safety kit.
Key differences
- Price: BYD M6 RM109,800; Leapmotor B10 RM118,800.
- Seating and boot space: BYD M6 7 seats and 580 litres; Leapmotor B10 5 seats and 430 litres.
- Motor output and 0-100 km/h: BYD M6 161 hp, 310 Nm and 10.1 seconds; Leapmotor B10 215 hp, 240 Nm and 9.3 seconds.
- Battery and range: BYD M6 55.4 kWh and 420 km; Leapmotor B10 67.1 kWh and 434 km.
- Charging and V2L: BYD M6 7-kW AC, 89-kW DC and 3.3-kW V2L; Leapmotor B10 11-kW AC, DC rate not stated and 1.7-kW V2L.
- Driveline and road tax: BYD M6 front-wheel drive and RM120/year; Leapmotor B10 rear-wheel drive and RM200/year.
M6
- Seven seats with 580 litres of boot space.
- RM9,000 lower purchase price and RM80 lower annual road tax.
- 89-kW DC charging figure and 3.3-kW V2L output.
- Slower than the B10: 161 hp and 10.1 seconds to 100 km/h versus 215 hp and 9.3 seconds.
- No blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assist.
- 7-kW AC charging, versus the B10’s 11 kW.
B10
- 215 hp and a 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring and autonomous braking.
- 11-kW AC charging, panoramic glass roof and powered boot.
- Five seats and a 430-litre boot, against the M6’s seven seats and 580 litres.
- Costs RM9,000 more and annual road tax is RM200 versus RM120.
- Lower 1.7-kW V2L output than the M6’s 3.3 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800✓ | RM118,800 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 55.4 kWh | 67.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 420 km | 434 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 89 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,515 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 2,374 kg | 1,845 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Linglong Sport Master e |
| 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far 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 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 Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| 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 | Dual-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, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.8” Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers, Bluetooth, Navigation | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive 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, 360-degree Monitor |
| 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 | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km 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.
Used M6 & B10 for sale
M6 vs B10 FAQ
Is the BYD M6 or Leapmotor B10 better?
The BYD M6 is better for larger families because it has seven seats and a 580-litre boot. The Leapmotor B10 is better for five occupants wanting quicker acceleration, rear-wheel drive and active safety features including adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor B10 costs RM118,800, which is RM9,000 more than the RM109,800 BYD M6. Its annual road tax is also RM200, compared with RM120 for the M6.
Which has the better EV range and charging?
The Leapmotor B10 has the longer claimed range at 434 km versus 420 km for the BYD M6, and faster 11-kW AC charging versus 7 kW. The M6 states an 89-kW DC charging rate; no DC rate is stated for the B10.