BYD Sealion 6 DM-i
BYD Sealion 6 DM-i
PHEV
₱1.548 Million
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₱992,000
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Overview: Sealion 6 DM-i vs VinFast VF 5

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Engine Displacement 1497 cc -
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Power 97 hp 134 hp
Battery Capacity 18.3 kWh 37.23 kWh
DC Charging - (10-70%) In 30 Minutes
AC Charging - (0-100%) In 6 Hours
Driving Range - 326 km
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.29/5
7 reviews
4.2/5
5 reviews
Design
5  
5  
Comfort
5  
5  
Performance
5  
5  
Safety
5  
5  
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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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Spacious cabin

Affordable pricing

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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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Steering feels too artificial in feedback

Styling not to everyone's taste

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Dimensions & Capacity

Length 4775 mm 3967 mm
Width 1890 mm 1723 mm
Height 1670 mm 1578 mm
Wheel Base 2763 mm 2514 mm
Ground Clearance 173 mm 168 mm
No Of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Volume -- 260 L
Turning Radius -- 5.5 m
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Engine Details

Battery Type BYD Blade Battery Lithium-ion
Battery Capacity 18.3 kWh 37.23 kWh
Number Of Motors 1 1
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Engine 1.5L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC --
No Of Cylinders 4 --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Turbocharger/Supercharger Turbocharged --
AC Charging -- (0-100%) In 6 Hours
DC Charging -- (10-70%) In 30 Minutes
Emission -- 0 g/km
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Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Engine Displacement 1497 cc --
Power 97 hp 134 hp
Torque 122 Nm 135 Nm
Secondary Engine Max Power 194 hp --
Secondary Engine Max Torque 300 Nm --
Driving Range -- 326 km
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Steering

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

Suspension & Brakes

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

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type 2WD --
Gear Box -- Single Speed

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 19 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 235/50 R19 205/50 R17
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R19 R17
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags No Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear 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 Yes
Front Parking Sensors No --
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera No --
Emergency Stop Signal Yes --
Park Assist No No
Downhill Assist Control Yes --
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes --
Blind Spot monitor No --
Lane Departure Warning System No No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Brake Assist -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- 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 Yes
Air Quality Control Yes --
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling No --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats No --
Accessory Power Outlet Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes
Drive Mode Eco, Sport, Normal Eco, Sport, Normal Eco, Sport Eco, Sport
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps No --
Memory Seats No --
Head-Up Display No --
Wireless Charger Yes --
Engine Start/Stop Button -- Yes
Trunk Light -- 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
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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 -- 7 Inch 7 Inch
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes --
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes --
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Adjustable Headrest Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes 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 Leather Leather
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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 Yes
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
Headlamps Washer No --
Roof Rail No Yes
Sun Roof No Yes
Side Stepper No No
Roof Carrier -- No
Removable Convertible Top -- No
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Interior

Ambient Light No --
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BYD Sealion 6 DM-i vs VinFast VF 5 FAQs

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

Sealion 6 DM-i is priced at ₱1.548 Million and VF 5 is priced at ₱992,000. Hence VF 5 is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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

The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i has power of 97 hp with 122 Nm torque and VinFast VF 5 has power of 134 hp with 135 Nm torque. Thus making VF 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 VF 5?

The Sealion 6 DM-i comes with a ground clearance of 173 mm , on the other hand the VF 5 comes with a ground clearance of 168 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 VinFast VF 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 and Speed Sensing Door Locks

VF 5 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear 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, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

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

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

VF 5 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, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Trunk Light

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

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Which is bigger Sealion 6 DM-i or VF 5?

The Sealion 6 DM-i dimensions are 4775 mm length, 1890 mm width, 1670 mm height while the VF 5 dimensions are 3967 mm length, 1723 mm width, 1578 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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