Verdict
At RM171,800, the BYD Seal costs RM13,000 more than the RM158,800 Zeekr X, but its 82.56-kWh LFP battery and 570-km range make the stronger choice for regular long Malaysian intercity runs. The Zeekr is no slow alternative: its 335 hp, 373 Nm motor reaches 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, against 308 hp, 360 Nm and 5.9 seconds, and it accepts 200-kW DC charging. Choose body style carefully too: the Seal is a 4,800-mm sedan; the X is a 4,432-mm five-door SUV with a 404-litre boot.
Pick the BYD Seal if you want the 570-km range, larger 82.56-kWh battery and longer six-year vehicle warranty.
Pick the Zeekr X if you want to spend RM13,000 less for quicker acceleration, 200-kW DC charging and SUV practicality.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal RM171,800; Zeekr X RM158,800.
- Motor output: BYD Seal 308 hp and 360 Nm; Zeekr X 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- Battery and range: BYD Seal 82.56 kWh and 570 km; Zeekr X 66 kWh and 440 km.
- Charging: BYD Seal 7 kW AC and 150 kW DC; Zeekr X 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC.
- 0-100 km/h: BYD Seal 5.9 seconds; Zeekr X 5.3 seconds.
- Length and boot: BYD Seal 4,800 mm and 400 litres; Zeekr X 4,432 mm and 404 litres.
Seal
- 570-km EV range from an 82.56-kWh LFP battery
- Long 2,920-mm wheelbase
- Six-year, 150,000-km vehicle warranty
- RM13,000 dearer
- Slower 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower 7-kW AC and 150-kW DC charging rates
X
- 335 hp and 373 Nm, with 5.3-second acceleration
- 11-kW AC and 200-kW DC charging
- Auto parking and six front plus six rear parking sensors
- 440-km range is 130 km shorter
- Smaller 66-kWh battery
- Five-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 171,800 | RM 158,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 373 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | Nickel Mangenese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | 82.56 kWh✓ | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | 570 km✓ | 440 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | 200 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 404 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 Outer Two Rear 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 | LED Projectors |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and 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 AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| 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, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| 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 Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 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 | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335✓ | RM 395 |
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.
Seal vs X FAQ
Is the BYD Seal or Zeekr X better?
The BYD Seal is better for maximum range, with 570 km versus 440 km, plus a larger battery and a longer vehicle warranty. The Zeekr X is better for lower upfront cost, quicker acceleration and faster AC and DC charging.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X is RM13,000 cheaper than the BYD Seal. That saving also buys the Zeekr’s 335 hp motor, 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time and 200-kW DC charging, but not the Seal’s 570-km range.
Which EV charges faster, the BYD Seal or Zeekr X?
The Zeekr X charges faster on both stated inputs, at 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC. The BYD Seal is rated at 7 kW AC and 150 kW DC; both use Type 2 AC and CCS DC connectors.