BYD Sealion 6 vs MG MGS5

The BYD Sealion 6 starts from $42,990 before on-road costs, while the MG MGS5 opens at $46,990. That makes the BYD Sealion 6 the more affordable entry point by $4,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $47,289 and $51,689 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the BYD Sealion 6 and MG MGS5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 89% for the BYD Sealion 6 and 90% for the MG MGS5.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The BYD Sealion 6 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the MG MGS5.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The BYD Sealion 6 features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the MG MGS5 gets a 12.8-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The BYD Sealion 6 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto that you will not find on the MG MGS5. The MG MGS5 counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The BYD Sealion 6 uses a Plug-in Hybrid producing 160kW and 300Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.

The MG MGS5 responds with a Electric Motor making 125kW and 250Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.6 seconds.

The BYD Sealion 6 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 125kW. In the real-world sprint, the BYD Sealion 6 is 0.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 18.3kWh (BYD Sealion 6) vs 62kWh (MG MGS5), giving WLTP ranges of 92km and 510km. DC fast charging peaks at 18kW (BYD Sealion 6) vs 150kW (MG MGS5).

The BYD Sealion 6 measures 4,775mm long on a 2,765mm wheelbase, 299mm longer than the MG MGS5 at 4,476mm (2,730mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the BYD Sealion 6 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 425L in the BYD Sealion 6 and 453L in the MG MGS5, giving the MG MGS5 a 28L advantage.

For towing, the BYD Sealion 6 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 750kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Sealion 6) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG MGS5). The MG MGS5 has longer coverage.