Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the BYD Seal 6 is the stronger electric proposition: its 56.64-kWh battery has a stated 410-km range, 100-kW DC charging and RM70 annual road tax. It is 410 mm longer and has a 200 mm longer wheelbase than the Toyota Yaris Cross. But the Toyota Yaris Cross gives you a 471-litre boot against 460 litres, plus blind-spot monitoring and steering-correcting lane assistance; those are meaningful gains for a petrol buyer.
Pick the BYD Seal 6 if you want 410 km of stated EV range, 100-kW DC charging and a larger C-segment sedan footprint.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you prefer petrol, need its 471-litre boot and want blind-spot monitoring with steering-correcting lane assistance.
Key differences
- Road tax: BYD Seal 6 RM70 per year; Toyota Yaris Cross RM120 per year.
- Length and wheelbase: BYD Seal 6 4,720 mm and 2,820 mm; Toyota Yaris Cross 4,310 mm and 2,620 mm.
- Powertrain: BYD Seal 6 has one 129-hp, 220-Nm motor; Toyota Yaris Cross has a 1,496-cc 105-hp, 138-Nm petrol engine.
- Energy storage: BYD Seal 6 has a 56.64-kWh battery and 410-km EV range; Toyota Yaris Cross has a 42-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: BYD Seal 6 460 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Rear parking sensors: BYD Seal 6 has four; Toyota Yaris Cross has two.
Seal 6
- 410-km stated range with 100-kW DC charging
- 129 hp and 220 Nm from a rear-mounted motor
- Dual-zone climate control, 12.8-inch screen and six speakers
- 460-litre boot is 11 litres smaller
- No blind-spot system; its lane assistance is warning-only
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Toyota's steel spare wheel
Yaris Cross
- 471-litre boot and five-door SUV body
- Blind-spot monitoring and steering-correcting lane assistance
- Steel 195/65R16 spare tyre included
- 105 hp and 138 Nm are lower than the BYD Seal 6's 129 hp and 220 Nm
- No autonomous braking system listed
- Single-zone climate control and four speakers versus dual-zone air-con and six speakers
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| 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 Seal 6 & Yaris Cross for sale
Seal 6 vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the BYD Seal 6 or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The BYD Seal 6 is better for buyers ready to charge an EV, with 410 km of stated range, 100-kW DC charging and lower road tax. Choose the Toyota Yaris Cross for petrol use, a larger boot, blind-spot monitoring and steering lane correction.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Seal 6 costs RM100,000 and the Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900, so the gap is RM100.
Which has the larger boot?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the larger boot at 471 litres, 11 litres more than the BYD Seal 6's 460 litres. Both seat five and have 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
