Verdict
For a Malaysian sedan buyer with home or workplace charging, the Seal 6’s 56.64-kWh battery, 410-km range and RM70 annual road tax make a hard practical case against the Corolla’s RM279. It is 90 mm longer and rides on a 120 mm longer wheelbase, while bringing a 12.8-inch wireless smartphone screen, 360-degree camera and autonomous braking. The Toyota answers with a 470-litre boot, full-size spare and adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-go. Its 1.8-litre petrol powertrain also avoids charging planning. Yet the BYD is only 10 litres down on luggage space.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you can charge regularly and want 410 km of EV range, lower road tax and more rear-seat-oriented cabin space.
Pick the Toyota Corolla if a full-size spare, 470-litre boot and adaptive cruise control with steering assist matter more than EV running costs.
Key differences
- Annual road tax: BYD Seal 6 RM70; Toyota Corolla RM279
- Length and wheelbase: BYD Seal 6 4,720 mm and 2,820 mm; Toyota Corolla 4,630 mm and 2,700 mm
- Boot space: BYD Seal 6 460 litres; Toyota Corolla 470 litres
- Warranty: BYD Seal 6 six years/150,000 km; Toyota Corolla five years/unlimited mileage
- Tyres: BYD Seal 6 225/55R17; Toyota Corolla 225/45R17
Seal 6
- 410-km EV range from a 56.64-kWh battery
- RM70 annual road tax and 100-kW DC charging
- Longer 2,820-mm wheelbase, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 460-litre boot is 10 litres smaller
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Corolla’s full-size alloy spare
- Lane-keeping only warns; the Corolla’s adaptive cruise adds steering assist and stop-go
Corolla
- 470-litre boot and full-size 17-inch alloy spare
- Adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-go
- Five-star Euro NCAP, ANCAP and ASEAN NCAP ratings
- RM44,800 more expensive
- RM279 annual road tax is RM209 higher
- Manual-adjust passenger seat, where the Seal 6 has power adjustment for both front seats
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM144,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM279 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 137 hp |
| Torque | — | 172 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| 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 | — | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,365 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 470 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 225/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 225/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| 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 |
| 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 | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | — |
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 Corolla FAQ
Is the BYD Seal 6 or Toyota Corolla better?
The BYD Seal 6 is the stronger buy for drivers who can charge at home or work, thanks to 410 km of EV range and RM70 road tax. Choose the Toyota Corolla if petrol refuelling convenience, a full-size spare and steering-assisted adaptive cruise matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000 and the Toyota Corolla costs RM144,800, so the Toyota is RM44,800 more expensive.
Which sedan has the larger boot?
The Toyota Corolla has the larger boot at 470 litres, versus 460 litres in the BYD Seal 6. The difference is only 10 litres, though the Toyota also carries a full-size 17-inch alloy spare while the BYD uses a tyre repair kit.