Verdict
At RM100,000, the BYD Seal 6 costs RM10,100 more than the RM89,900 Honda City, but brings C-segment dimensions: it is 143 mm longer and has a 220 mm longer wheelbase. Its 56.64-kWh battery claims 410 km of range, plus 100-kW DC charging, while the City returns a rated 5.6 L/100 km from its 1.5-litre petrol engine. The Honda is quicker to 100 km/h and carries 59 litres more in the boot. Choose by charging access and cabin-space priorities, not headline acceleration alone.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you can charge regularly and want 410 km claimed EV range, a 2,820-mm wheelbase and 100-kW DC charging.
Pick the Honda City if you want to spend RM10,100 less, need its 519-litre boot and prefer an eight-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal 6 RM100,000; Honda City RM89,900.
- Powertrain: BYD Seal 6 129-hp/220-Nm electric motor; Honda City 119-hp/145-Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Range/economy: BYD Seal 6 410 km claimed range with a 56.64-kWh battery; Honda City 5.6 L/100 km rated economy with a 40-litre tank.
- Performance: BYD Seal 6 0-100 km/h in 10.9 seconds and 160 km/h; Honda City 10.2 seconds and 196 km/h.
- Size and boot: BYD Seal 6 is 4,720 mm long with a 2,820-mm wheelbase and 460-litre boot; Honda City is 4,577 mm long with a 2,600-mm wheelbase and 519-litre…
- Rear suspension: BYD Seal 6 multi-link; Honda City torsion beam.
Seal 6
- 410 km claimed range, 7-kW AC and 100-kW DC charging.
- 143 mm longer body and 220 mm longer wheelbase.
- 17-inch wheels, power-adjustable front seats and 360-degree camera.
- RM10,100 dearer than the Honda City.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 10.9 seconds versus 10.2 seconds.
- 460-litre boot is 59 litres smaller, and lane keeping is warning-only rather than steering correction.
City
- RM10,100 lower purchase price and eight-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- Quicker 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time and 196-km/h top speed.
- 519-litre boot and Honda SENSING lane-keeping steering correction.
- Its 1.5-litre petrol engine is rated at 5.6 L/100 km, while the BYD Seal 6 has 410 km claimed electric range.
- 4,577-mm length and 2,600-mm wheelbase are smaller than the BYD Seal 6's 4,720 mm and 2,820 mm.
- No front parking sensors, only two rear sensors, and no auto wipers.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM89,900✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 73 mm × 89.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 129 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 56.64 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 410 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 196 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,577 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,467 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,116 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 519 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 15" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 15" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Honda SENSING: ACC, CMBS, LKAS, LDW, RDM, Auto High Beam, Lead Car Departure Notification |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector, Auto |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Fabric |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speakers | 8" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers + 4 Tweeters |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Honda LaneWatch |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Remote Engine Start |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | Free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/5 years) |
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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Seal 6 vs City FAQ
Is the BYD Seal 6 or Honda City better?
The BYD Seal 6 is better for buyers with regular charging who want a larger 4,720-mm sedan, 410 km claimed range and DC charging. The Honda City is better for a lower upfront cost, a 519-litre boot, faster acceleration and unlimited-mileage warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000 and the Honda City costs RM89,900, so the BYD is RM10,100 more expensive.
Which has the better driver-assistance package?
Both have autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control, but the Honda City adds lane-keeping steering correction, nighttime pedestrian detection and cyclist detection. The BYD Seal 6's lane-keeping function gives warnings only.
