Verdict
The Fluence has a 13% bigger boot, the Fluence is 10% more powerful, while the Seal 6 is about 8% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the Seal 6 has over the Fluence
What the Fluence has over the Seal 6
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Seal 6's wheelbase is 118 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Seal 6 is 47 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Fluence: 530 litres against 460.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM108,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM379 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,020/mo✓ | RM1,110/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,848✓ | RM3,144 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,228✓ | RM3,065 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.14✓ | RM15.32 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM20,727✓ | RM32,936 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.1 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 40 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 143 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 195 Nm at 3,700 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 84 mm × 90.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.2 |
| 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 | — | X-Tronic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 195 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 178 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,618 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,406 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 530 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size 15" |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental ContiPremiumContact 2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speakers | 7" Touchscreen Renault R-Link CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Control and Arkamys 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger 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 Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| 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 | A courtesy car if maintenance work takes more than 48 hours |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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How long does charging take?
The Seal 6's 56.6 kWh battery takes about 8.1 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 40 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 100 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Fluence is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Seal 6 is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The Seal 6 carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the Fluence. Seal 6: 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty. Fluence: A courtesy car if maintenance work takes more than 48 hours.