Verdict
For a Malaysian family that can charge regularly, the BYD M6 makes a strong practical case with its 55.4-kWh battery, 420-km range and a far larger 580-litre boot. Its RM120 annual road tax also undercuts the Toyota’s RM435. The Toyota Innova Zenix brings an extra seat, a 2,850-mm wheelbase and more active safety hardware, including pre-collision braking from 4-120 km/h. But its 239-litre boot means the M6 is the better luggage carrier when all rows matter.
Pick the BYD M6 if you want seven seats, 420 km of electric range and 580 litres of boot space at a much lower entry price.
Pick the Toyota Innova Zenix if you need eight seats and want adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring and pre-collision braking.
Key differences
- Price: BYD M6 RM109,800; Toyota Innova Zenix RM165,000.
- Seating: BYD M6 7 seats; Toyota Innova Zenix 8 seats.
- Boot space: BYD M6 580 litres; Toyota Innova Zenix 239 litres.
- Wheelbase: BYD M6 2,800 mm; Toyota Innova Zenix 2,850 mm.
- Annual road tax: BYD M6 RM120; Toyota Innova Zenix RM435.
- Powertrain: BYD M6 161-hp/310-Nm motor with 55.4-kWh battery; Toyota Innova Zenix 174-hp/205-Nm 1,987-cc petrol engine.
M6
- 420-km EV range from a 55.4-kWh battery.
- 580-litre boot is 341 litres larger.
- Multi-link rear suspension and 360-degree camera.
- Seven seats versus the Innova Zenix's eight.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot system or adaptive cruise control.
- 150,000-km vehicle warranty limit versus unlimited mileage.
Innova Zenix
- Eight seats and a 2,850-mm wheelbase.
- Pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
- Full-size 16-inch steel spare tyre.
- Costs RM55,200 more.
- 239-litre boot is 341 litres smaller.
- RM435 annual road tax is RM315 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800✓ | RM165,000 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM435 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 4-cylinder inline, 16 valve DOHC, Toyota Dynamic Force Direct Injection |
| Capacity | — | 1,987 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 174 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 205 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 80.5 mm × 97.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 55.4 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 89 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 10-speed Direct Shift CVT with Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | — | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,760 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 2,374 kg | 1,595 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 8 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 239 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Steel 205/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 8 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on two outer middle passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Second Row, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front Cig Socket, 2 Middle Row USB-C, 1 Rear Row Cig Socket |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8” Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers, Bluetooth, Navigation | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth |
| 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 Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 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 | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit 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 M6 & Innova Zenix for sale
M6 vs Innova Zenix FAQ
Is the BYD M6 or Toyota Innova Zenix better?
The BYD M6 is better for electric driving, luggage space and lower running tax, with 420 km of range and a 580-litre boot. The Toyota Innova Zenix is better if eight seats and its active safety suite are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Innova Zenix costs RM55,200 more than the BYD M6: RM165,000 versus RM109,800.
Which has more space for luggage?
The BYD M6 has 580 litres of boot space, compared with 239 litres in the Toyota Innova Zenix. That is a 341-litre advantage for the BYD.
