BMW i5
BMW i5
eDrive40 M Sport
RM 400,800
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BYD Seal
BYD Seal
RWD Premium
RM 171,800
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BMW i5 vs BYD Seal Comparison

Overview: BMW i5 vs Seal

Brand BMW Malaysia BYD Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 400,800 BMW i5 Price RM 171,800 BYD Seal Price
Variant BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport Seal RWD Premium
User Rating 4.5 BMW i5 reviews 4.14 Seal reviews
Fuel Type Electric Electric Cars in Malaysia Electric Electric Cars in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Sedan Sedan Cars in Malaysia Sedan Sedan Cars in Malaysia

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Power 340 hp 308 hp

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DP RM 80,200 Installment : RM 4,683 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 34,400 Installment : RM 2,007 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.5/5
6 reviews
4.14/5
7 reviews
User Review Comparison
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From The Experts

Things we like

Futuristic-looking cabin

Smooth and silent driving experience

 

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New-age design inside-out

Engaging performance

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Things we don't like

Rear legroom can be an issue for taller people

Most of the features are part of an optional list

 

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Lifeless steering at higher speeds

Expensive to buy

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Dimensions & Capacity

Length 4963 mm 4800 mm
Width 1868 mm 1875 mm
Height 1457 mm 1460 mm
Wheel Base 2975 mm 2920 mm
No Of Doors 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Cargo Volume -- 400 L
Kerb Weight -- 2055 kg
Turning Radius -- 5.7 m
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Engine Details

Battery Type Lithium-ion Blade Battery
Battery Capacity 83.9 kWh 82.5 kWh
DC Charging (10-80%) In 30 Minutes (10-80%) In 37 Mins
Estimated Fast Charging Time (10-80%) In 30 Minutes --
Estimated Regular Charging Time 8.2 Hours --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor --
Emission 0 g/km 0 g/km
Battery Warranty 8 Years or 160000 km 8 Years or 160000 km
AC Charging -- (0-100%) In 9.5 Hours
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Performance

Fuel Type Electric Electric
Power 340 hp 308 hp
Torque 430 Nm 360 Nm
Acceleration 6 s 5.9 s
Top Speed 193 kmph --
Driving Range 582 km 650 km
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Adjustable
Steering Type Electric Power Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Front Suspension Double Wishbone Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Gear Box Single Speed Single Speed
Drive Type -- RWD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch 19 Inch
Tyre Size 245/40 R20 235/45 R19
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R20 R19
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Safety

Advance Safety Feature Lane Change Warning, Front Cross Traffic Alert Lane Change Warning, Front Cross Traffic Alert Lane Keep Assist, Predictive Collision Warning Lane Keep Assist, Predictive Collision Warning
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes --
Traction Control Yes --
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning System Yes Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear -- Yes
Knee Airbags -- Yes
Front Parking Sensors -- Yes
360 Camera -- Yes
Blind Spot monitor -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Dual Zone Dual Zone
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Trunk Light Yes --
Automatic Headlamps Yes --
Memory Seats Yes --
Head-Up Display Yes --
Wireless Charger Yes --
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Ventilated Front Seats -- Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- Yes
Rear Reading Lamp -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 14.9 Inch 14.9 Inch 15.6 Inch 15.6 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
Audio System Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System Dynaudio Dynaudio
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 18 18 12 12
Navigation System Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Voice Control Yes Yes
Touch Screen Yes Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Seat Lumbar Support Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Rear No --
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No --
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather Leather Leather
Heated Seats - Front -- Yes
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes --
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Roof Carrier No --
Roof Rail No --
Rear Spoiler No --
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Sun Roof -- Panoramic Panoramic
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Interior

Ambient Light Yes --
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BMW i5 vs BYD Seal FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BMW i5 vs BYD Seal?

i5 is priced at RM 400,800 and Seal is priced at RM 171,800. Hence Seal is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Which Car has more power between BMW i5 vs BYD Seal?

The BMW i5 has power of 340 hp with 430 Nm torque and BYD Seal has power of 308 hp with 360 Nm torque. Thus making i5 the more powerful as compared to Seal.

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Which Car has more safety features between BMW i5 vs BYD Seal?

i5 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Lane Departure Warning System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

Seal safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Side Airbag-Rear, Knee Airbags, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, 360 Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Blind Spot monitor, Lane Departure Warning System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The BYD Seal has higher number of sefety features than i5, hence BYD Seal is more safer than BMW i5.

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Which Car has more comfort features between i5 vs Seal?

i5 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps, Memory Seats, Head-Up Display and Wireless Charger

Seal comfort features: Air Conditioner, Air Quality Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Ventilated Front Seats, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp and Vanity Mirror

The BMW i5 has higher number of comfort features than Seal, hence BMW i5 is more comfortable than BYD Seal.

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What is i5 vs Seal dimension size comparison?

The i5 dimension are 4963 mm length, 1868 mm width, 1457 mm height while the Seal Dimensions are 4800 mm length, 1875 mm width, 1460 mm height. Hence, the i5 is more longer, Seal is more wider and Seal is more higher.

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