BYD Seal 5 DM-i vs Toyota ATIV
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Seal 5 DM-i and the Toyota ATIV as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mobility Access Philippines Ventures, Inc. (BYD Cars Philippines), an ACMobility company and Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Seal 5 DM-i
Essential variant
- SRP
- ₱948,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱16,497
Photo: Toyota Motor Philippines, via toyota.com.ph.
Toyota ATIV
1.3 E M/T variant
- SRP
- ₱916,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱15,940
How they differ
- The Toyota ATIV is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱916,000, which is ₱32,000 (3%) below the BYD Seal 5 DM-i at ₱948,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the ATIV is estimated at ₱15,940 a month against ₱16,497 for the Seal 5 DM-i, a difference of ₱557 a month.
- The Seal 5 DM-i makes more power (163 PS against 98 PS for the ATIV).
- The Seal 5 DM-i has more torque (210 Nm against 122 Nm for the ATIV).
- The Seal 5 DM-i is the longer vehicle (4,780 mm against 4,425 mm for the ATIV).
- They differ in powertrain: the Seal 5 DM-i has a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the ATIV a combustion engine.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD Seal 5 DM-iEssential, ₱948,000 | Toyota ATIV1.3 E M/T, ₱916,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | BYD 5th-generation Super DM-i plug-in hybrid with permanent magnet synchronous motor | 4-Cylinder, In-line, 16-Valve, Dual VVT-i (Gasoline) |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 1329 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 163 PS | 98 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 210 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 4200 rpm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 7.42 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 55 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC (electric only) | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 120 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 3.3 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | AC 2.5 h from 15% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | MT |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4780 mm | 4425 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1837 mm | 1740 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1515 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2718 mm | 2620 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 120 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1475 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.5 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 65 L | 40 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 522 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Torsion beam | n/a |
| Front brake | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | Drum |
| Tyres (differs) | 225/60 R16 | 195/60 R16 Alloy |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | Alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | n/a |
| Airbags (differs) | 2 | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Rear-view camera, 4 rear parking sensors, cruise control | n/a |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 10.1-inch touchscreen | n/a |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 8.8-inch display | n/a |
| Headlight | LED | LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Keyless entry with push-button start | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | Combined range up to 1,600 km; top speed 180 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 8.8 s. Urethane steering wheel, fabric seats, 4 speakers | n/a |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | n/a |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | n/a |
| Service interval (differs) | n/a | Every 5,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.