Verdict
The Xpeng G6 costs RM3,852 less at RM159,948, yet its 800V system takes DC charging up to 382 kW against the BYD Sealion 7’s 110 kW, while its 248 hp and 440 Nm cut the 0-100 km/h time to 6.94 seconds. The Sealion 7 answers with a larger 71.8-kWh battery and 520-km range, 40 km beyond the G6, plus a longer six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty. Pick based on use: frequent DC charging favours the G6; longer stated range favours the BYD.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if you want the 520-km stated range, a 71.8-kWh battery and longer six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you want 382-kW DC charging, a 571-litre boot and quicker 6.94-second 0-100 km/h pace for less money.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM163,800; Xpeng G6 RM159,948.
- DC charging: BYD Sealion 7 110 kW; Xpeng G6 382 kW.
- EV range: BYD Sealion 7 520 km; Xpeng G6 480 km.
- Motor output: BYD Sealion 7 228 hp/380 Nm; Xpeng G6 248 hp/440 Nm.
- Boot space: BYD Sealion 7 500 litres; Xpeng G6 571 litres.
- Vehicle warranty: BYD Sealion 7 six years/150,000 km; Xpeng G6 five years/120,000 km.
Sealion 7
- 520-km stated EV range from a 71.8-kWh battery
- Nine airbags and a head-up display
- Six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty
- 110-kW DC charging is far behind the G6’s 382 kW
- 500-litre boot trails the G6 by 71 litres
- Costs RM3,852 more despite slower 0-100 km/h acceleration
G6
- 382-kW DC and 11-kW AC charging
- 248 hp, 440 Nm and 6.94-second 0-100 km/h time
- 571-litre boot, six front and six rear parking sensors, plus auto parking
- 480-km stated range is 40 km short of the Sealion 7
- Five-year/120,000-km vehicle warranty is shorter
- Seven airbags versus the Sealion 7’s nine
What the Sealion 7 has over the G6
What the G6 has over the Sealion 7
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the G6: 571 litres against 500.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| 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 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,670/mo | RM1,635/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,507 | RM4,406✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,227✓ | RM1,268 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.13✓ | RM6.34 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM29,768 | RM29,573✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 10.3 hours | 6.2 hours✓ |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 45 min | 15 min✓ |
| 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 | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag) | 7 (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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Sealion 7 vs G6 FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is the sharper practical buy for rapid charging, acceleration and boot space at a lower price. Choose the BYD Sealion 7 instead if its 520-km stated range and longer six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 costs RM163,800 and the Xpeng G6 costs RM159,948, so the BYD is RM3,852 dearer.
Which one charges faster?
The Xpeng G6 charges much faster on paper: 382 kW DC and 11 kW AC, against the BYD Sealion 7’s 110 kW DC and 7 kW AC. Both have 3.3-kW vehicle-to-load capability.
How long does charging take?
The Sealion 7's 71.8 kWh battery takes about 10.3 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 45 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 110 kW peak. The G6's 68.5 kWh battery takes about 6.2 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 15 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 382 kW peak.