Car Buyer's Guide

BYD Seal 6 vs Proton eMas 7

BYD Seal 6

BYD Seal 6

Proton eMas 7

Proton eMas 7

Verdict

The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000 to the Proton eMas 7’s RM103,800, yet carries a larger 56.64-kWh battery and a claimed 410 km range, against 49.52 kWh and 345 km. That suits buyers covering longer intercity distances and it also has 100-kW DC charging. The eMas 7 is the quicker, taller SUV: 215 hp cuts 0-100 km/h to 6.9 seconds, four seconds ahead of the Seal 6, while its 461-litre boot virtually matches the sedan’s 460 litres.

Seal 6

Pick the BYD Seal 6 if longer 410 km range, 100 kW DC charging and RM70 annual road tax matter more than SUV seating position and outright pace.

eMas 7

Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you want a five-door SUV with 215 hp, a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction.

Key differences

  • Price: BYD Seal 6 RM100,000; Proton eMas 7 RM103,800
  • EV range: BYD Seal 6 410 km; Proton eMas 7 345 km
  • Motor output: BYD Seal 6 129 hp and 220 Nm; Proton eMas 7 215 hp and 320 Nm
  • 0-100 km/h: BYD Seal 6 10.9 seconds; Proton eMas 7 6.9 seconds
  • Charging: BYD Seal 6 7 kW AC/100 kW DC; Proton eMas 7 11 kW AC/80 kW DC
  • Dimensions: BYD Seal 6 4,720 mm long and 1,495 mm tall; Proton eMas 7 4,615 mm long and 1,670 mm tall

Seal 6

  • Larger 56.64-kWh battery and 410 km range
  • Faster 100 kW DC charging
  • Lower RM70 annual road tax and 2,820 mm wheelbase
  • 129 hp and 220 Nm trail the eMas 7’s 215 hp and 320 Nm
  • 10.9-second 0-100 km/h time is 4.0 seconds slower
  • No blind-spot information system; lane keeping only warns rather than steers

eMas 7

  • 215 hp, 320 Nm and a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time
  • Five-door SUV body, powered boot and 461-litre boot
  • Blind-spot information system and lane-keeping steering correction
  • 345 km range is 65 km shorter despite its RM3,800 higher price
  • 80 kW DC charging trails the Seal 6’s 100 kW
  • Single-zone climate control and manually adjusted front passenger seat
Price & overview
PriceRM100,000RM103,800
Body typeSedanSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM70RM200
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture400V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower129 hp215 hp
Motor Torque220 Nm320 Nm
Battery Capacity56.64 kWh49.52 kWh
EV Range410 km345 km
Charging Rate (AC)7 kW11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)100 kW80 kW
V2L3.3 kW3.3 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h10.9 seconds6.9 seconds
Top Speed160 km/h175 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,720 mm4,615 mm
Width1,860 mm1,901 mm
Height1,495 mm1,670 mm
Wheelbase2,820 mm2,750 mm
Weight1,662 kg
Doors45
Seats55
Boot Space460 litres461 litres
Front Tyre225/55R17225/55R18
Rear Tyre225/55R17225/55R18
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresGiti Comfort SUV 520
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels17" Alloy18" Alloy
Rear Wheels17" Alloy18" Alloy
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Crash Safety Ratings
ASEAN NCAP5 stars
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for Two Outer Rear Passenger SeatsAvailable on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistWarning OnlySteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsFor All Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED Projector with Auto High BeamLED Projectors
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower-adjustable Front SeatsPower Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear AC Vents
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speakers15.4" Touchscreen with Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Front2 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors3 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, with 360-degree CameraYes, with 360-degree Camera
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer6 years6 years
Warranty Notes8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty8-Year/160,000 km BEV and Components 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.

Seal 6 vs eMas 7 FAQ

Is the BYD Seal 6 or Proton eMas 7 better?

The Seal 6 is better for range, DC charging and lower road tax. The eMas 7 is better if acceleration, SUV form and its blind-spot system with steering lane keeping are priorities.

What is the price difference?

The Proton eMas 7 costs RM3,800 more than the BYD Seal 6.

Which has the better EV range and charging?

The BYD Seal 6 goes farther at 410 km versus 345 km and charges faster on DC at 100 kW versus 80 kW. The Proton eMas 7 has the faster AC rate, at 11 kW versus 7 kW.

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