Verdict
The RM26,200 cheaper Proton S70 is the faster car, reaching 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds against the BYD Seal 6’s 10.9 seconds, and its 500-litre boot is 40 litres larger. The Seal 6 counters with a 56.64-kWh battery, 410-km claimed range and RM70 annual road tax versus RM90. It is also 193 mm longer in wheelbase, gets multi-link rear suspension and more cabin tech. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the BYD’s electric running format and equipment justify a closer look; the S70 remains the lower-entry, quicker petrol sedan.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if home or workplace charging suits your routine and you want 410 km of EV range, a 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Proton S70 if you want to spend RM26,200 less, have a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time and need the larger 500-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal 6 RM100,000; Proton S70 RM73,800.
- Powertrain and performance: Seal 6 has a 129-hp/220-Nm electric motor and does 0-100 km/h in 10.9 seconds; S70 has a 178-hp/290-Nm 1.
- Energy storage: Seal 6 has a 56.64-kWh battery and 410-km EV range; S70 has a 50-litre petrol tank.
- Wheelbase and boot: Seal 6 has a 2,820-mm wheelbase and 460-litre boot; S70 has a 2,627-mm wheelbase and 500-litre boot.
- Rear suspension and wheels: Seal 6 uses multi-link rear suspension with 17-inch alloys; S70 uses a torsion beam with 16-inch alloys.
- Driver assistance: Seal 6 has adaptive cruise control and warning-only lane keeping; S70 has passive cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction.
Seal 6
- 410-km EV range from a 56.64-kWh battery
- 100-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L
- 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control and six airbags
- RM26,200 more expensive
- Slower 10.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 460-litre boot is 40 litres smaller
S70
- RM73,800 entry price
- 178 hp, 290 Nm and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- 500-litre boot and blind spot information system
- No EV range, AC/DC charging or V2L capability
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the Seal 6’s multi-link setup
- Four airbags versus the Seal 6’s six, and no 360-degree camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM73,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 178 hp |
| Torque | — | 290 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,300 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Giti Comfort F22 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooh, Screen Mirroring, 4 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| 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 | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| 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 | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing |
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 Seal 6 & S70 for sale
Seal 6 vs S70 FAQ
Is the BYD Seal 6 or Proton S70 better?
The S70 is better for the lower RM73,800 entry price, faster 7.5-second acceleration and 500-litre boot. Choose the Seal 6 for a 410-km electric range, 100-kW DC charging, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000 and the Proton S70 costs RM73,800, so the BYD costs RM26,200 more.
Which has more practical space?
The S70 has the larger boot at 500 litres, 40 litres more than the Seal 6’s 460 litres. The Seal 6 has the longer wheelbase, at 2,820 mm versus 2,627 mm, but both seat five.