BYD Seal Premium vs Performance
Verdict
The Premium is the easier Seal to justify: RM171,800 buys the same 82.6 kWh battery, 400-litre boot, 9 airbags and 570 km range, while its single-motor RWD setup still gives 308 hp and 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds. The Performance costs RM191,800, and the RM20,000 gap buys dual-motor AWD, 523 hp and a 3.8-second sprint. But it drops range to 520 km and road tax jumps from RM335 to RM1,015 a year. Buy it for pace, not prudence.
Premium
Pick the BYD Seal Premium if you want the longer 570 km range, lower RM335 road tax and still-quick 5.9-second sprint for less money.
Performance
Pick the BYD Seal Performance if you want dual-motor AWD, 523 hp and the full 3.8-second 0-100 km/h hit.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal Premium RM171,800; BYD Seal Performance RM191,800
- Motor and drive: BYD Seal Premium single motor RWD; BYD Seal Performance dual motor AWD
- Power: BYD Seal Premium 308 hp; BYD Seal Performance 523 hp
- 0-100 km/h: BYD Seal Premium 5.9 seconds; BYD Seal Performance 3.8 seconds
- EV range: BYD Seal Premium 570 km; BYD Seal Performance 520 km
- Road tax: BYD Seal Premium RM335 a year; BYD Seal Performance RM1,015 a year
Premium
- 570 km range is 50 km more than the Performance
- Lower RM335 annual road tax
- Same 82.6 kWh battery, 400-litre boot and 9 airbags
- Single motor and RWD only
- Slower 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 308 hp is well down on the Performance’s 523 hp
Performance
- Dual-motor AWD traction
- 523 hp output
- Much quicker 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Costs RM20,000 more
- Range falls to 520 km
- Annual road tax rises to RM1,015
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 171,800✓ | RM 191,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | 523 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 670 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | Lithium Iron Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | 82.56 kWh | 82.56 kWh |
| EV Range | 570 km✓ | 520 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 7 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds | 3.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,800 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,920 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 2,055 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 400 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" 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 | Frequency Selective Damping |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat |
| 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 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, Ventilated with Driver's Side 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, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 2 Wireless Chargers |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Dynaudio HiFi Audio 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| 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 | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 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, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335✓ | RM 1,015 |
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.
Premium vs Performance FAQ
Is the BYD Seal Premium or BYD Seal Performance better?
For most buyers, the BYD Seal Premium is the better buy because it has 570 km range, lower road tax and the same battery size. The BYD Seal Performance is better only if you value AWD and 3.8-second acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal Performance costs RM20,000 more than the BYD Seal Premium.
Does the BYD Seal Performance have less range than the Premium?
Yes. The BYD Seal Performance is rated at 520 km, while the BYD Seal Premium is rated at 570 km. Both use an 82.6 kWh battery.