BYD M6 vs MG 4
Verdict
The BYD M6 asks RM8,912 more, and what you get is a very different EV: seven seats, an MPV body, a longer 2,800 mm wheelbase and 580 litres of boot space. The MG 4 is the quicker paper choice, with 200 hp against 161 hp, rear-wheel drive and 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds rather than 10.1. Range is close, 435 km versus 420 km, so this is really space and seats against pace and AEB.
Pick the BYD M6 if you need seven seats, 580 litres of boot space and the longer 2,800 mm wheelbase more than brisk acceleration.
Pick the MG 4 if you want the quicker 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time, rear-wheel drive and auto emergency braking.
Key differences
- Price: BYD M6 RM109,800; MG 4 RM100,888
- Seats/body: BYD M6 is a 7-seat MPV; MG 4 is a 5-seat hatchback
- Output/driven wheels: BYD M6 161 hp, front-wheel drive; MG 4 200 hp, rear-wheel drive
- 0-100 km/h/top speed: BYD M6 10.1 s and 180 km/h; MG 4 7.7 s and 160 km/h
- Battery/range: BYD M6 55.4 kWh and 420 km; MG 4 64.0 kWh and 435 km
- Size/boot: BYD M6 4,695 mm long, 580 L boot; MG 4 4,287 mm long, 363 L boot
M6
- Seven seats in a C-segment EV
- Bigger 580-litre boot
- Longer 2,800 mm wheelbase
- Slower 10.1-second 0-100 km/h
- Lower 161 hp output
- No auto emergency braking listed
4
- Quicker 7.7-second 0-100 km/h
- 200 hp and rear-wheel drive
- Auto emergency braking included
- Five seats only
- Smaller 363-litre boot
- Shorter 160 km/h top speed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 109,800 | RM 100,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp | 200 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 55.4 kWh | 64 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 420 km | 435 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 89 kW | 150 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 | 2.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,504 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 2,374 kg | 1,685 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 363 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 235/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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 Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front 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 | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| 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 |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| 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 | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| 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✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 160 |
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.
M6 vs 4 FAQ
Is the BYD M6 or MG 4 better?
The BYD M6 is better for carrying people, with seven seats and a 580-litre boot. The MG 4 is better for performance, with 200 hp, rear-wheel drive and a 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The MG 4 costs RM100,888, while the BYD M6 costs RM109,800. That makes the BYD M6 RM8,912 dearer.
Which has the longer EV range?
The MG 4 has the longer quoted range at 435 km from a 64.0 kWh battery. The BYD M6 does 420 km from a 55.4 kWh battery, so the gap is only 15 km.