BYD Sealion 6 DM-i vs Chery Tiggo rEV
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i and the Chery Tiggo rEV 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 Chery Auto Philippines (United Asia Automotive Group, Inc.). Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Sealion 6 DM-i
Dynamic variant
- SRP
- ₱1,548,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱26,938
Photo: Chery Auto Philippines, via cheryauto.ph.
Chery Tiggo rEV
Luxury Edition C-DM variant
- SRP
- ₱1,578,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱27,460
How they differ
- The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,548,000, which is ₱30,000 (2%) below the Chery Tiggo rEV at ₱1,578,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Sealion 6 DM-i is estimated at ₱26,938 a month against ₱27,460 for the Tiggo rEV, a difference of ₱522 a month.
- The Sealion 6 DM-i makes more power (217 PS against 203.8 PS for the Tiggo rEV).
- The Tiggo rEV has more torque (310 Nm against 300 Nm for the Sealion 6 DM-i).
- The Tiggo rEV seats 7, the Sealion 6 DM-i seats 5.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD Sealion 6 DM-iDynamic, ₱1,548,000 | Chery Tiggo rEVLuxury Edition C-DM, ₱1,578,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Super DM-i plug-in hybrid: 1.5L high-efficiency generator engine with 197 PS permanent magnet synchronous motor | 1.5L turbocharged DOHC petrol with plug-in hybrid C-DM system |
| Displacement | 1500 cc | 1500 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 217 PS | 203.8 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 18.3 kWh | 18.66 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 100 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC (electric only) | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 145 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 6.6 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | AC 2.8 h from 15% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | Dedicated hybrid transmission |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4775 mm | 4725 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1890 mm | n/a |
| Height (differs) | 1670 mm | n/a |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2765 mm | 2710 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 180 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1865 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.5 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | 7 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 60 L | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 552 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | n/a |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 235/50 R19 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | 18-inch two-tone alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS | ABS with EBD | ABS with EBD |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera with see-through mode, rear parking sensors, cruise control | Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | Electronic Stability Program with traction control |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.8-inch touchscreen, 6 speakers | 12.3-inch HD display, Sony sound system |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3-inch LCD | n/a |
| Headlight (differs) | LED | n/a |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with keyless start, NFC card | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | Combined range up to 1,200 km; AC charging only; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); panoramic sunroof; top speed 170 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 8 s | Panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charger, tyre pressure monitoring |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 5 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | n/a |
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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.



