Verdict
At RM171,800, the BYD Seal costs RM25,745 more than the RM146,055 Peugeot 408, but it brings a 308 hp, 360 Nm rear motor, 82.56 kWh battery and claimed 570 km range. Its 5.9-second century sprint is 2.9 seconds quicker than the Peugeot’s 8.8 seconds. The 408 is the more practical load carrier, with a 536-litre boot against 400 litres, and its 52-litre petrol tank suits buyers without dependable charging. The Seal is longer and has a 133 mm wheelbase advantage, while the Peugeot gives you five doors and local CKD assembly.
Pick the BYD Seal if you can charge regularly and want 570 km claimed range, 5.9-second performance and substantially richer driver-assistance and cabin equipment.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if a RM25,745 lower entry price, a 536-litre boot, five-door access and petrol refuelling fit your daily use better.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal RM171,800; Peugeot 408 RM146,055.
- Performance: BYD Seal 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds; Peugeot 408 in 8.8 seconds.
- Powertrain: BYD Seal has a 308 hp/360 Nm electric motor; Peugeot 408 has a 215 hp/300 Nm 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Energy storage: BYD Seal has an 82.56 kWh battery and 570 km EV range; Peugeot 408 has a 52-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: BYD Seal 400 litres; Peugeot 408 536 litres.
- Wheelbase: BYD Seal 2,920 mm; Peugeot 408 2,787 mm.
Seal
- 570 km claimed EV range with 150 kW DC charging
- 308 hp and 360 Nm, with rear-wheel drive
- 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and a head-up display
- RM25,745 dearer to buy
- 400-litre boot is 136 litres smaller
- Four doors versus the Peugeot’s five
408
- 536-litre boot and five-door body
- RM25,745 lower purchase price
- Seven-year/200,000-km manufacturer warranty
- 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Seal by 2.9 seconds
- No lane-keeping assist, head-up display or 360-degree camera
- Manual passenger seat and no front-seat ventilation
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM171,800 | RM146,055✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| 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 | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds✓ | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 536 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| 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 Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic 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 Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED |
| 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 | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| 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 AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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 | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| 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 |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 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 408 FAQ
Is the BYD Seal or Peugeot 408 better?
The BYD Seal is better for EV driving, performance and equipment: it has 570 km claimed range, 308 hp and a 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the Peugeot 408 for its larger 536-litre boot, five doors and petrol convenience.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal costs RM25,745 more than the Peugeot 408. That gap brings electric propulsion, 570 km claimed range, a 360-degree camera, head-up display and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
Which car has more luggage space?
The Peugeot 408 does, with a 536-litre boot versus 400 litres in the BYD Seal. Its five-door layout also gives it a practical advantage for passengers and loading.