Verdict
The BYD Seal costs RM51,947 more than the Nissan Teana, but it brings a 308 hp, 360 Nm rear motor, an 82.56 kWh battery and 570 km of stated range against the Teana’s 134 hp, 190 Nm 2.0-litre petrol setup rated at 7.4 L/100 km. For Malaysian buyers able to charge, the Seal is the much quicker, more comprehensively equipped car, with 150 kW DC charging and active safety aids. The Teana remains the cheaper CKD sedan, with a 516-litre boot and full-size spare, but its cabin technology and driver assistance are dated beside the BYD.
Pick the BYD Seal if you can charge regularly and want 308 hp, 570 km of stated EV range, a 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
Pick the Nissan Teana if RM119,853 entry cost, a 516-litre boot and a full-size spare tyre matter more than EV performance and newer assistance systems.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal RM171,800; Nissan Teana RM119,853.
- Power and torque: BYD Seal 308 hp and 360 Nm; Nissan Teana 134 hp and 190 Nm.
- Energy use: BYD Seal has an 82.56 kWh battery and 570 km range; Nissan Teana has a 65-litre petrol tank and is rated at 7.4 L/100 km.
- Wheelbase and boot: BYD Seal 2,920 mm and 400 litres; Nissan Teana 2,775 mm and 516 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: BYD Seal 19-inch alloys with 235/45R19 tyres; Nissan Teana 16-inch alloys with 215/60R16 tyres.
- Warranty: BYD Seal 6 years/150,000 km, plus 8 years/160,000 km for the battery; Nissan Teana 3 years/100,000 km.
Seal
- 308 hp and 360 Nm rear motor; 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds.
- 570 km stated range, 150 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and a 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM51,947 more than the Nissan Teana.
- 400-litre boot is 116 litres smaller than the Teana’s.
- At 2,055 kg, it is 608 kg heavier than the Teana.
Teana
- RM119,853 price is substantially lower.
- 516-litre boot and a full-size 16-inch steel spare tyre.
- CKD Malaysian assembly and 7.4 L/100 km rated fuel economy.
- 134 hp and 190 Nm fall well short of the Seal’s 308 hp and 360 Nm.
- No blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or reverse camera.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the Seal’s six-year/150,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM171,800 | RM119,853✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 134 hp |
| Torque | — | 190 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| 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 | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Xtronic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds | —✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,885 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,775 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,447 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 65 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 516 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 215/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 215/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective Damping | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — Nissan Altima with 6 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| 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 |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Halogen 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| 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 |
| 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 | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver Side 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 with Stop and Go | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | 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 | — |
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 Teana FAQ
Is the BYD Seal or Nissan Teana better?
The BYD Seal is the stronger choice if charging access is practical: it has 308 hp, 570 km of stated range, active safety assistance and far more cabin technology. The Nissan Teana suits buyers prioritising its RM119,853 price, larger boot and full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal costs RM171,800 and the Nissan Teana costs RM119,853, so the Seal is RM51,947 more expensive.
Which car has more luggage space?
The Nissan Teana has the larger boot at 516 litres, versus 400 litres in the BYD Seal. That is a 116-litre advantage for the Teana, which also carries a full-size 16-inch steel spare rather than a tyre repair kit.