Verdict
The BYD Seal costs RM27,000 more at RM171,800, but brings a 308 hp, 360 Nm rear motor, 82.56 kWh battery and claimed 570 km EV range. Its 150 kW DC charging, 800V architecture and 3.3 kW V2L make it the more technically ambitious choice for a Malaysian buyer able to charge regularly. The Toyota Corolla at RM144,800 is the smaller, 690 kg lighter petrol sedan, with a useful 470-litre boot and full-size spare. It is close on core parking and cruise equipment, but the Seal has far more driver-assistance hardware.
Pick the BYD Seal if you can charge an EV and want 308 hp, 570 km claimed range, 150 kW DC charging and blind-spot assistance.
Pick the Toyota Corolla if you want to spend RM27,000 less, carry more luggage in its 470-litre boot and retain a full-size spare wheel.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal RM171,800; Toyota Corolla RM144,800.
- Powertrain: BYD Seal one 308 hp/360 Nm electric motor; Toyota Corolla 1,798 cc 137 hp/172 Nm petrol engine.
- Energy storage: BYD Seal 82.56 kWh battery with 570 km EV range; Toyota Corolla 50-litre fuel tank.
- DC charging: BYD Seal 150 kW; Toyota Corolla has no DC charging capability.
- Dimensions: BYD Seal 4,800 mm long with a 2,920 mm wheelbase; Toyota Corolla 4,630 mm long with a 2,700 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BYD Seal 400 litres; Toyota Corolla 470 litres.
Seal
- 308 hp and 360 Nm rear motor
- 570 km claimed EV range and 150 kW DC charging
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist
- RM27,000 dearer to buy
- 400-litre boot is 70 litres smaller
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
Corolla
- RM144,800 entry price
- 470-litre boot and full-size 17-inch alloy spare
- 1,365 kg kerb weight versus the Seal's 2,055 kg
- 137 hp and 172 Nm are well below the Seal's 308 hp and 360 Nm
- No blind-spot information system, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- No EV range, DC charging or V2L function
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM171,800 | RM144,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM279✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V 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 | 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 | — | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,365 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 470 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 225/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 225/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" 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 |
| 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, 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 on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | 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, Ventilated with Driver's Side Memory Function | 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 |
| 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 | 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 with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 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 vs Corolla FAQ
Is the BYD Seal or Toyota Corolla better?
The BYD Seal is better equipped for an EV buyer, with 308 hp, 570 km claimed range, 150 kW DC charging and additional active-safety functions. The Corolla is better if lower purchase cost, a 470-litre boot and a full-size spare matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal costs RM171,800 and the Toyota Corolla costs RM144,800, so the Seal is RM27,000 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Toyota Corolla has the larger boot at 470 litres, 70 litres more than the BYD Seal's 400 litres. The Corolla also carries a full-size 17-inch alloy spare, while the Seal uses a tyre repair kit.