BYD Sealion 6 DM-i
BYD Sealion 6 DM-i
PHEV
₱1.548 Million
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MG 5
MG 5
1.5L MT Core
₱698,888
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BYD Sealion 6 DM-i vs MG 5 Comparison

Find below the detailed Cars comparison of BYD Sealion 6 DM-i and MG 5, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i priced at ₱1.548 Million, while MG 5 is priced at ₱698,888 . If we compare the technical specifications, BYD Sealion 6 DM-i houses 1497 engine whereas MG 5 engine displacement stands at 1498.

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Overview: Sealion 6 DM-i vs MG 5

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1498 cc
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Power 97 hp 112 hp
Battery Capacity 18.3 kWh -

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.25/5
8 reviews
4.31/5
26 reviews
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4  
Comfort
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Performance
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Safety
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  • Offers the practicality of an estate car

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From The Experts

Things we like

Excellent fuel efficiency with real EV-like driving — up to 36kmpl and 80–100km electric-only range

Premium, tech-rich cabin — rotatable 15.6" screen, voice control, ventilated power seats, and Infinity audio

Striking design & road presence — ocean-inspired styling with LED lighting and coupe-like profile

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Comfortable ride quality

Spacious cabin

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Things we don't like

Soft suspension leads to a bouncy high-speed ride — comfortable in cities, less planted on highways

No spare wheel & limited boot layout — not ideal for long hauls or uneven terrain

Limited brand trust & after-sales network in the Philippines — especially compared to Toyota

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Engine feels underpowered at lower RPMs

CVT feels lethargic while high-speed overtakes 

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Engine Details

Battery Type BYD Blade Battery --
Battery Capacity 18.3 kWh --
Number Of Motors 1 --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous --
Engine 1.5L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.5L Gasoline Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Turbocharger/Supercharger Turbocharged --
Emission Norm Compliance -- Euro 5
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Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1498 cc
Power 97 hp 112 hp
Torque 122 Nm 150 Nm
Secondary Engine Max Power 194 hp --
Secondary Engine Max Torque 300 Nm --
RPM At Max Power -- 6000 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 4500 RPM
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Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Drive Type 2WD --
Gear Box -- 5-Speed

Dimensions & Capacity

Length 4775 mm 4601 mm
Width 1890 mm 1818 mm
Height 1670 mm 1489 mm
Wheel Base 2763 mm 2680 mm
Ground Clearance 173 mm 118 mm
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Volume -- 512 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 45 L
Kerb Weight -- 1185 kg
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Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes No
Wheel Covers No Yes
Alloy Wheel Size 19 Inch 15 Inch
Tyre Size 235/50 R19 195/65 R15
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R19 R15
Spare Tyre Size -- 195/65 R15
Spare Tyre Material -- Steel
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Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Drums
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Torsion Beam

Steering

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

Safety & Security

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes No
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags No No
Side Airbag-Front Yes No
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Front Parking Sensors No No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera No No
Emergency Stop Signal Yes --
Park Assist No No
Downhill Assist Control Yes No
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes No
Electric Parking Brake Yes No
Blind Spot monitor No No
Lane Departure Warning System No No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No No
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Brake Assist -- Yes
Knee Airbags -- No
Parking Sensors -- 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
Remote Trunk Opener Yes --
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes --
Rear Window Wiper Yes No
Rear Window Defogger Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Headlamps Washer No No
Roof Rail No --
Sun Roof No No
Side Stepper No No
Rear Window Washer -- No
Moon Roof -- No
Removable Convertible Top -- No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes No
Air Quality Control Yes --
Rear A/C Vents Yes --
Glove Box Cooling No No
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes
Drive Mode Eco, Sport, Normal Eco, Sport, Normal --
Central Console Armrest Yes --
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Follow Me Home Headlamps No No
Memory Seats No No
Head-Up Display No No
Wireless Charger Yes No
Ventilated Front Seats -- No
Engine Start/Stop Button -- No
Cruise Control -- No
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Display Size -- 8 Inch 8 Inch
No Of Speakers -- 4 4
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes No
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Adjustable Headrest Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat 60:40 Split 60:40 Split Yes
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather Fabric Fabric
Seat Lumbar Support -- No
Heated Seats - Front -- No
Fabric Upholstery -- Yes
Leather Seats -- No
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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

Interior

Ambient Light No --
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BYD Sealion 6 DM-i vs MG 5 FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BYD Sealion 6 DM-i vs MG 5?

Sealion 6 DM-i is priced at ₱1.548 Million and 5 is priced at ₱698,888. Hence 5 is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BYD Sealion 6 DM-i vs MG 5?

The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i has power of 97 hp with 122 Nm torque and MG 5 has power of 112 hp with 150 Nm torque. Thus making 5 the more powerful as compared to Sealion 6 DM-i.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Sealion 6 DM-i vs 5?

The Sealion 6 DM-i comes with a ground clearance of 173 mm , on the other hand the 5 comes with a ground clearance of 118 mm , hence the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between BYD Sealion 6 DM-i vs MG 5?

Sealion 6 DM-i safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Downhill Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Central Locking, Power Door Locks, Anti Theft Device, Anti-Theft Alarm and Engine Immobilizer

5 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Central Locking, Power Door Locks, Anti Theft Device and Engine Immobilizer

The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i has higher number of sefety features than 5, hence BYD Sealion 6 DM-i is more safer than MG 5.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Sealion 6 DM-i vs 5?

Sealion 6 DM-i comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Wireless Charger

5 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear and Automatic Headlamps

The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i has higher number of comfort features than 5, hence BYD Sealion 6 DM-i is more comfortable than MG 5.

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Which is bigger Sealion 6 DM-i or 5?

The Sealion 6 DM-i dimensions are 4775 mm length, 1890 mm width, 1670 mm height while the 5 dimensions are 4601 mm length, 1818 mm width, 1489 mm height. Hence, the Sealion 6 DM-i is more longer, Sealion 6 DM-i is more wider and Sealion 6 DM-i is more higher.

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