Verdict
The RM163,800 BYD Sealion 7 costs RM24,000 more than the RM139,800 GWM Haval H6, but brings a 71.8-kWh battery, 520 km EV range and 110 kW DC charging for buyers ready to run an electric SUV. Its 228 PS/380 Nm motor and 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time also edge the H6’s 175 PS/300 Nm motor and 7.7 seconds. The H6 counters with a 560-litre boot, RM120 annual road tax and a seven-year/200,000-km vehicle warranty. For outright EV capability, take the Sealion 7; for lower entry cost and more luggage room, the H6 is the sensible alternative.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if you want a 520 km electric range, 110 kW DC charging and marginally quicker 7.3-second acceleration.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you want to save RM24,000, carry 60 litres more luggage and get a seven-year/200,000-km vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM163,800; GWM Haval H6 RM139,800.
- Powertrain: BYD Sealion 7 has a 71.8-kWh battery and 520 km EV range; GWM Haval H6 has a 1,497 cc turbo petrol hybrid powertrain and 61-litre fuel tank.
- Performance: BYD Sealion 7 delivers 228 PS/380 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds; GWM Haval H6 delivers 175 PS/300 Nm and 7.7 seconds.
- Dimensions: BYD Sealion 7 is 4,830 mm long on a 2,930 mm wheelbase; GWM Haval H6 is 4,683 mm long on a 2,738 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BYD Sealion 7 has 500 litres; GWM Haval H6 has 560 litres.
- Warranty: BYD Sealion 7 gets six years/150,000 km; GWM Haval H6 gets seven years/200,000 km.
Sealion 7
- 520 km EV range from a 71.8-kWh battery.
- 110 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- 228 PS, 380 Nm and a 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Costs RM24,000 more.
- 500-litre boot is 60 litres smaller.
- Six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty is shorter than the H6’s seven-year/200,000-km cover.
Haval H6
- RM139,800 entry price saves RM24,000.
- 560-litre boot is 60 litres larger.
- Seven-year/200,000-km vehicle warranty, plus 10-year/1,000,000-km hybrid powertrain and engine warranties.
- No battery, EV range, AC/DC charging or V2L capability.
- 175 PS/300 Nm motor and 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time trail the Sealion 7.
- No navigation or wireless charger.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM163,800 | RM139,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 147 hp |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 228 hp✓ | 175 hp |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 71.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 520 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,683 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,886 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,738 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 1,720 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 61 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 560 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger 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 | Matrix LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| 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 Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| 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, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 8-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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| 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, 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 | 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 | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 10-year/1,000,000 km Engine 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.
Used Sealion 7 & Haval H6 for sale
Sealion 7 vs Haval H6 FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or GWM Haval H6 better?
The Sealion 7 is better for buyers who want a full EV: it has a 71.8-kWh battery, 520 km range and 110 kW DC charging. The H6 is better if lower purchase cost, a 560-litre boot and longer vehicle warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 costs RM163,800 and the GWM Haval H6 costs RM139,800, so the Sealion 7 is RM24,000 more expensive.
Which one is quicker?
The BYD Sealion 7 is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds versus 7.7 seconds for the GWM Haval H6. Its motor also produces 228 PS and 380 Nm, against 175 PS and 300 Nm.