BYD Seal vs Toyota Camry
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Seal and the Toyota Camry 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
Advanced variant
- SRP
- ₱2,098,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱36,509
Photo: Toyota Motor Philippines, via toyota.com.ph.
Toyota Camry
2.5 V HEV CVT variant
- SRP
- ₱2,657,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱46,237
How they differ
- The BYD Seal is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,098,000, which is ₱559,000 (21%) below the Toyota Camry at ₱2,657,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Seal is estimated at ₱36,509 a month against ₱46,237 for the Camry, a difference of ₱9,728 a month.
- The Seal makes more power (203 PS against 186 PS for the Camry).
- The Seal has more torque (310 Nm against 221 Nm for the Camry).
- The Camry is the longer vehicle (4,920 mm against 4,800 mm for the Seal).
- The Camry sits higher off the ground (135 mm against 120 mm for the Seal).
- They differ in powertrain: the Seal has a battery-electric powertrain, the Camry a hybrid powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD SealAdvanced, ₱2,098,000 | Toyota Camry2.5 V HEV CVT, ₱2,657,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Permanent magnet synchronous motor, rear | A25A-FXS: In-Line 4, 16-valve DOHC,Chain Drive, Hybrid (Gasoline); total hybrid system output 230 PS |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 2487 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 203 PS | 186 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 310 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 3600-5200 rpm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 61.4 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 510 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 149 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 7 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 110 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 12 h from 0% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | CVT |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Rear-wheel drive | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1875 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2920 mm | 2825 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 120 mm | 135 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1922 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.7 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 50 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 400 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | Double wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front brake | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | Solid Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 225/50 R18 | 235/45 R18 Alloy |
| Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | With Electronic Brake Force Distribution |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 7 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, stop-and-go adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane keeping and lane change assist, front and rear cross traffic alert and braking, blind spot detection | Toyota Safety Sense, Pre-Collision System, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Tracing Assist, Automatic High Beam, Blind Spot Monitor |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | With Brake Assist |
| ASEAN NCAP rating (differs) | 5 stars (ASEAN NCAP, 2021-2025 protocol) | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen, 10 speakers | 12.3" Display Audio; 9-Speaker JBL Sound System |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, AM/FM |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 10.25-inch LCD | 12.3" Full Digital |
| Headlight (differs) | Adaptive LED | LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with keyless start, NFC card | Smart entry, Push Start ignition |
| Other features (differs) | 50 L front trunk; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); panoramic glass roof; heat pump air conditioning; top speed 180 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 7.5 s | Hill-start Assist Control; Camera: Panoramic View Monitor; Parking sonar: 4; Drive modes: Eco,Normal,Sport,EV; Moonroof: Panoramic with Tilt and Slide; Seats: Leather; Air conditioning: Fr:Dual Zone Climate Control / Rr#1: Automatic Climate Control; Wireless charger |
| 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 10,000 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.