Verdict
At RM171,800 against the Ford Mondeo’s RM198,000, the BYD Seal gives a Malaysian buyer a RM26,200 saving, 308 hp and 360 Nm from its rear motor, plus a claimed 570 km EV range from an 82.56-kWh battery. It is also 2.0 seconds quicker to 100 km/h and has lower RM335 annual road tax versus RM380. The Mondeo fights back with a much larger 557-litre boot, a full-size spare and a 240 km/h top speed. For most buyers, the Seal’s equipment, warranty and performance make the stronger case.
Pick the BYD Seal if you want 570 km of EV range, 5.9-second acceleration and a six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty for RM26,200 less.
Pick the Ford Mondeo if a 557-litre boot, full-size spare tyre and 240 km/h top speed matter more than EV range and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal RM171,800; Ford Mondeo RM198,000.
- Powertrain: Seal 308-hp/360-Nm rear motor; Mondeo 237-hp/345-Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine.
- 0-100 km/h: Seal 5.9 seconds; Mondeo 7.9 seconds.
- Range/fuel: Seal 570 km from an 82.56-kWh battery; Mondeo has a 62-litre petrol tank and rated 8 L/100 km economy.
- Boot space: Seal 400 litres; Mondeo 557 litres.
- Warranty: Seal six years/150,000 km; Mondeo three years/100,000 km.
Seal
- 308 hp, 360 Nm and 5.9-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- 82.56-kWh battery, 570 km range and 150-kW DC charging.
- 360-degree camera, head-up display and autonomous braking.
- 400-litre boot is 157 litres smaller than the Mondeo's.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Mondeo's full-size spare.
- 180 km/h top speed trails the Mondeo's 240 km/h.
Mondeo
- 557-litre boot and full-size spare tyre.
- 240 km/h top speed.
- Adaptive LED projector headlamps and front foglamps.
- Costs RM26,200 more than the Seal.
- 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.0 seconds slower.
- No blind-spot information system, autonomous braking, 360-degree camera or head-up display.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM171,800✓ | RM198,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 237 hp |
| Torque | — | 345 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | — |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm✓ | — |
| Battery Capacity | 82.56 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 570 km✓ | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Selectshift |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Ford/GM |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds✓ | 7.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 192 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,871 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,486 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,562 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 557 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Michelin Primacy 3 ST |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Spain (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective Damping | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag | 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available for outer two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated with Driver's Side Memory Function | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| 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 |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 8" SYNC 2 touchscreen with Sony 9 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 3-year/60,000 km free service |
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 vs Mondeo FAQ
Is the BYD Seal or Ford Mondeo better?
The BYD Seal is the better-equipped and quicker choice, with 570 km EV range, 5.9-second acceleration and longer warranty coverage. Choose the Ford Mondeo only if its 557-litre boot, full-size spare and 240 km/h top speed are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal costs RM171,800 and the Ford Mondeo costs RM198,000, so the Ford is RM26,200 dearer.
Which has more luggage space?
The Ford Mondeo has the larger boot at 557 litres, compared with 400 litres in the BYD Seal. That is a 157-litre advantage for the Ford.