Verdict
The BYD Seal 6 is the more substantial car here: a C-segment EV at RM100,000 with 129 hp, rear-wheel drive, a 56.6 kWh battery and 410 km of range. The MG 5 costs RM93,800 and is the simpler B-segment petrol sedan, using a 1.5 litre engine, CVT and front-wheel drive. The gap is only RM6,200, and the BYD also gets a longer wheelbase, bigger boot, quicker 0-100 km/h time and an extra year of warranty. But the MG 5 keeps refuelling straightforward.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you want the larger, quieter electric sedan with 410 km range, more boot space and a longer warranty.
Pick the MG 5 if you want the lower purchase price and the familiarity of a 1.5 litre petrol sedan with a 45 litre tank.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal 6 RM100,000; MG 5 RM93,800
- Power: BYD Seal 6 129 hp; MG 5 112 hp
- 0-100 km/h: BYD Seal 6 10.9 seconds; MG 5 11.5 seconds
- Wheelbase: BYD Seal 6 2,820 mm; MG 5 2,680 mm
- Boot space: BYD Seal 6 460 litres; MG 5 401 litres
- Road tax: BYD Seal 6 RM70/year; MG 5 RM90/year
Seal 6
- 410 km EV range from a 56.6 kWh battery
- Longer 2,820 mm wheelbase and 460 litre boot
- Six airbags, AEB and six-year warranty
- Costs RM6,200 more than the MG 5
- EV ownership needs charging access
- Torque figure is not stated
5
- Lower purchase price
- Petrol refuelling with a 45 litre tank
- Six airbags and AEB are included
- Less power at 112 hp
- Smaller 401 litre boot
- Shorter five-year warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM93,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
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 better on paper if you can charge at home or work. It is larger, quicker, has more boot space, lower annual road tax and a longer warranty. The MG 5 makes more sense if petrol convenience matters most.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000, while the MG 5 costs RM93,800. That makes the BYD RM6,200 more expensive.
Which car has more space?
The BYD Seal 6 has the advantage: it is 4,720 mm long with a 2,820 mm wheelbase and 460 litre boot. The MG 5 measures 4,675 mm long, has a 2,680 mm wheelbase and a 401 litre boot.