Verdict
The BYD Seal costs RM171,800 against the Mazda CX-60’s RM200,510, and its RM28,710 saving is backed by a 308 hp, 360 Nm rear motor, 570 km claimed range and 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time. It also cuts annual road tax to RM335, versus RM830. The CX-60 is the more practical load carrier, however: its 570-litre boot is 170 litres larger, and the five-door SUV body is easier to work around than the Seal’s four-door sedan shape. Choose by use case, not badge: EV running and pace versus petrol refuelling and cargo space.
Pick the BYD Seal if you want the lower RM171,800 entry price, 570 km EV range and a much quicker 5.9-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 if a 570-litre boot, five-door SUV body and 58-litre petrol tank suit your routine better than EV charging.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal RM171,800; Mazda CX-60 RM200,510.
- Powertrain: BYD Seal 308 hp/360 Nm electric motor; Mazda CX-60 189 hp/261 Nm 2.5-litre petrol engine.
- 0-100 km/h: BYD Seal 5.9 seconds; Mazda CX-60 9.6 seconds.
- Annual road tax: BYD Seal RM335; Mazda CX-60 RM830.
- Boot space: BYD Seal 400 litres; Mazda CX-60 570 litres.
- Warranty: BYD Seal 6 years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-60 5 years/100,000 km.
Seal
- 308 hp and 360 Nm rear electric motor
- 570 km EV range with 150 kW DC charging
- Six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty plus eight-year battery cover
- 400-litre boot trails the CX-60’s 570 litres
- Four-door sedan body has one fewer door than the CX-60
- 180 km/h top speed is 20 km/h lower
CX-60
- 570-litre boot and 40:20:40 reclining rear seats
- Adaptive LED projector headlamps and 20-inch wheels
- Five-year/100,000-km free service
- RM28,710 more expensive to buy
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 3.7 seconds slower
- RM830 annual road tax is RM495 higher
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM171,800✓ | RM200,510 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 189 hp |
| Torque | — | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| 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 | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,680 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 58 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Toyo Proxes Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective Damping | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | 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 with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated with Driver's Side Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 5-year/100,000 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.
Used Seal & CX-60 for sale
Seal vs CX-60 FAQ
Is the BYD Seal or Mazda CX-60 better?
The BYD Seal is the stronger choice for lower running tax, 570 km electric range and 5.9-second acceleration. The Mazda CX-60 is better if you need its 570-litre boot, five doors and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-60 costs RM28,710 more than the BYD Seal.
Which has the longer warranty?
The BYD Seal has the longer vehicle warranty at six years or 150,000 km, versus five years or 100,000 km for the Mazda CX-60. It also carries eight-year battery and electric-drive-unit cover.