Verdict
The RM6,200 step from the MG 5’s RM93,800 price to the BYD Seal 6’s RM100,000 buys an electric sedan with a 56.64-kWh battery, 410 km claimed range and 100-kW DC charging. It is also 45 mm longer, rides on a 140 mm longer wheelbase and carries 59 litres more in the boot. The MG counters with blind-spot monitoring, a sunroof and navigation, plus unlimited-mileage cover for five years. Pick the Seal 6 if home or workplace charging is part of your routine; the MG remains the cheaper petrol route.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you can make use of its 410 km EV range, 100 kW DC charging, 460-litre boot and longer 2,820 mm wheelbase.
Pick the MG 5 if you want to spend RM6,200 less upfront and value blind-spot monitoring, a sunroof and built-in navigation.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal 6 RM100,000; MG 5 RM93,800.
- Powertrain and range: BYD Seal 6 has a 129 hp/220 Nm motor, 56.64-kWh battery and 410 km range; MG 5 has a 112 hp/150 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Performance: BYD Seal 6 reaches 100 km/h in 10.9 seconds; MG 5 takes 11.5 seconds.
- Wheelbase and boot: BYD Seal 6 measures 2,820 mm and has 460 litres; MG 5 measures 2,680 mm and has 401 litres.
- Rear suspension: BYD Seal 6 uses multi-link; MG 5 uses a torsion beam.
- Driver assistance: BYD Seal 6 has two front and four rear parking sensors but no blind-spot system; MG 5 has no front and three rear sensors but includes…
Seal 6
- 410 km range with 7 kW AC and 100 kW DC charging
- 460-litre boot and 2,820 mm wheelbase
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and front parking sensors
- Costs RM6,200 more than the MG 5
- No blind-spot monitoring, sunroof or navigation
- Tyre repair kit instead of the MG’s space-saver spare
5
- RM93,800 entry price
- Blind-spot monitoring, sunroof and navigation
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and space-saver spare
- 112 hp and 150 Nm trail the Seal 6’s 129 hp and 220 Nm
- 401-litre boot is 59 litres smaller
- Torsion-beam rear suspension and no front parking sensors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM93,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 112 hp |
| Torque | — | 150 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 129 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 56.64 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 410 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | iCVT |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds✓ | 11.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,675 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,842 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 45 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres✓ | 401 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Maxxis Primetra S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (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 Passenger, Driver Far Side, 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC vent |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 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 |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speakers | 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 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 | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
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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Seal 6 vs 5 FAQ
Is the BYD Seal 6 or MG 5 better?
The BYD Seal 6 is the stronger choice for buyers able to charge regularly: it has 410 km range, 100 kW DC charging, a 460-litre boot and a 2,820 mm wheelbase. The MG 5 suits a lower upfront budget and adds blind-spot monitoring, a sunroof and navigation.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000 and the MG 5 costs RM93,800, so the Seal 6 is RM6,200 dearer. Its annual road tax is RM70, against the MG 5’s RM90.
Which has more luggage space and rear-seat packaging potential?
The BYD Seal 6 has the larger 460-litre boot versus 401 litres in the MG 5. Its 2,820 mm wheelbase is also 140 mm longer than the MG’s 2,680 mm measurement.