Sime Darby Beyond Auto has officially introduced the BYD M6 in Malaysia, making it the fourth electric vehicle (EV) from BYD to enter the local market. The M6, an all-electric multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), arrives fully imported (CBU) and is available in two variants: the Standard, priced at RM109,800, and the Extended, at RM123,800.
Design and Dimensions
The seven-seater M6 offers a sleek, modern design, measuring 4,710 mm in length, 1,810 mm in width, and 1,690 mm in height, with a 2,800 mm wheelbase. Positioned as a larger option than the Perodua Alza/Toyota Veloz, its styling includes sharp front-end features, with full-width silver bar accents, multi-projector LED headlights, and a wing-shaped bumper design. The rear is highlighted by full-width taillights and a streamlined chrome strip, along with the simple BYD badging. Both variants ride on 17-inch Star Speed Y-spoke alloy wheels paired with 225/55 profile tires.
Performance and Battery
The M6 Standard is equipped with a 55.4 kWh Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that powers a front-mounted electric motor producing 163 PS (120 kW) and 310 Nm of torque. This delivers a range of up to 420 km (NEDC) and a 0-100 km/h sprint time of 10.1 seconds.
Meanwhile, the Extended variant features a larger 71.8 kWh battery, offering a range of up to 530 km (NEDC) and a more powerful motor generating 204 PS (150 kW), bringing its acceleration time down to 8.6 seconds. Both models have the same top speed of 180 km/h and identical torque of 310 Nm.
Charging capabilities include up to 89 kW of DC fast charging for the Standard, while the Extended supports up to 115 kW, enabling a 10-80% charge in 40 minutes. Both models offer 7 kW of AC charging.
Interior and Features
Inside, the M6 blends the layout of its predecessor, the e6, with updates like a standard gear selector and a 12.8-inch rotating center display. Standard features include faux leather seats, keyless entry, push-button start, NFC key card access, a six-speaker audio system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a karaoke microphone function. The Extended model enhances comfort with power-adjustable ventilated front seats, a panoramic glass roof, a powered tailgate, and wireless charging.
Safety and ADAS
Both variants come with six airbags, stability control, traction control, and a 360-degree camera. The Extended model includes the full Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) suite, which offers autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.
The BYD M6 is available in four exterior colors: Crystal White, Ink Stone Blue, Cosmos Black, and Harbour Grey, with a black/brown interior scheme. It comes with a six-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty, an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty, and an eight-year/150,000 km drive unit warranty.
With its competitive pricing and comprehensive features, the BYD M6 is poised to strengthen BYD’s presence in Malaysia’s growing EV market.
