Verdict
The RM3,852 cheaper Xpeng G6 is the sharper on-paper daily tool: its 248 hp and 440 Nm cut the 0-100 km/h time to 6.94 seconds, while 11 kW AC and 382 kW DC charging suit frequent public-charger use. But the BYD Sealion 7 carries a larger 71.8 kWh battery for 520 km versus 480 km, plus a longer six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty. For Malaysian buyers who prioritise distance between charges and cabin kit, the Sealion 7 makes the extra spend defensible; the G6 wins on charging speed, boot space and price.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if 520 km range, a head-up display, panoramic-roof shade and six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty matter more than rapid DC charging.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you want to pay RM3,852 less for 382 kW DC charging, a 571-litre boot and quicker 6.94-second acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM163,800; Xpeng G6 RM159,948.
- Range and battery: BYD Sealion 7 520 km from 71.8 kWh; Xpeng G6 480 km from 68.5 kWh.
- Charging: BYD Sealion 7 7 kW AC and 110 kW DC; Xpeng G6 11 kW AC and 382 kW DC.
- Motor output and acceleration: BYD Sealion 7 228 hp/380 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds; Xpeng G6 248 hp/440 Nm and 6.94 seconds.
- Boot space: BYD Sealion 7 500 litres; Xpeng G6 571 litres.
- Warranty: BYD Sealion 7 six years/150,000 km; Xpeng G6 five years/120,000 km.
Sealion 7
- 520 km range and a 71.8 kWh battery.
- Head-up display, wireless charger and panoramic-roof shade.
- Six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
- 110 kW DC charging trails the G6's 382 kW.
- 500-litre boot is 71 litres smaller than the G6's.
- At 2,160 kg, it is 45 kg heavier than the G6.
G6
- 382 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging.
- 248 hp, 440 Nm and a 6.94-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 571-litre boot, six front and six rear parking sensors, plus auto parking.
- 480 km range is 40 km below the Sealion 7's 520 km.
- Five-year/120,000-km vehicle warranty is shorter than BYD's six years/150,000 km.
- No head-up display or panoramic-roof shade.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM163,800 | RM159,948✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220✓ | RM240 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 228 hp | 248 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 71.8 kWh✓ | 68.5 kWh |
| EV Range | 520 km✓ | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | 382 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 | 7.3 seconds | 6.94 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 202 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 2,115 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 571 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| 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, Side and Curtain Airbags, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electronic 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 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 | 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 | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Fixed 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 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, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | 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, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | 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✓ | 120,000 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 |
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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Sealion 7 vs G6 FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or Xpeng G6 better?
Choose the Xpeng G6 for far quicker 382 kW DC charging, stronger 248 hp/440 Nm output, quicker acceleration and a larger boot. Choose the BYD Sealion 7 for 40 km more range, a head-up display and longer vehicle warranty coverage.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 costs RM163,800 and the Xpeng G6 costs RM159,948, so the Sealion 7 is RM3,852 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The Xpeng G6 charges faster on both inputs: 11 kW AC versus 7 kW, and 382 kW DC versus 110 kW for the BYD Sealion 7. Both have 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.