Verdict
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM40,200 more, but it brings electric running, a 56.64-kWh battery rated for 410 km, 100-kW DC charging and a roomier 2,820-mm wheelbase. Its 129-hp, 220-Nm rear motor and multi-link rear suspension also make a stronger case on paper than the S70’s 118 hp, 150 Nm front-drive petrol setup and torsion-beam rear end. The Proton counters with a 500-litre boot against 460 litres, blind-spot alerts and far lower entry cost. For a buyer able to charge regularly, the Seal 6 has the broader hardware advantage; the S70 is the budget-led choice.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you can charge at home or work and want 410 km of EV range, 100-kW DC charging and a 2,820-mm wheelbase.
Pick the Proton S70 if RM59,800 pricing, a 500-litre boot and blind-spot monitoring matter more than EV hardware.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Seal 6 RM100,000; Proton S70 RM59,800.
- Powertrain: BYD Seal 6 129 hp/220 Nm electric motor; Proton S70 118 hp/150 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Range or fuel storage: BYD Seal 6 410 km EV range from 56.64 kWh; Proton S70 50-litre petrol tank.
- Wheelbase: BYD Seal 6 2,820 mm; Proton S70 2,627 mm.
- Boot space: BYD Seal 6 460 litres; Proton S70 500 litres.
- Rear suspension: BYD Seal 6 multi-link; Proton S70 torsion beam.
Seal 6
- 410-km EV range with 100-kW DC charging
- 220 Nm rear-wheel-drive motor
- Adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- Costs RM40,200 more
- 460-litre boot is 40 litres smaller
- No blind-spot information system listed
S70
- RM59,800 entry price
- 500-litre boot
- Blind-spot information system
- 118 hp and 150 Nm trail the Seal 6’s 129 hp and 220 Nm
- 2,627-mm wheelbase is 193 mm shorter
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus multi-link
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC DVVT (i-GT), Port Fuel Injection |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | — | 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| 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 | — | 8-speed CVT with Manual Mode |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,269 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | 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 | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | ISOFIX with Top Tether |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Rear Seat Reminder, All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Collision Warning, Door Opening Warning; no AEB/ACC/lane-keep (camera ADAS reserved for 1.5TD Flagship variants) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Halogen |
| Taillamps | Full LED | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Fabric |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up/Down with Anti-trap |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start with Remote Engine Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Cruise Control with Speed Limiter |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/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 | 6x free labour servicing |
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 Seal 6 & S70 for sale
Seal 6 vs S70 FAQ
Is the BYD Seal 6 or Proton S70 better?
The BYD Seal 6 is the stronger technical pick with a 410-km EV range, 220 Nm motor, 2,820-mm wheelbase and multi-link rear suspension. The Proton S70 is better for buyers prioritising its RM59,800 price, 500-litre boot and blind-spot monitoring.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000 and the Proton S70 costs RM59,800, so the difference is RM40,200.
Which car has more boot space?
The Proton S70 has the larger boot at 500 litres, 40 litres more than the BYD Seal 6’s 460 litres. The Seal 6 instead has the longer 2,820-mm wheelbase, against 2,627 mm for the S70.
