Verdict
At RM100,000, the BYD Atto 2 costs RM5,100 more than the Honda WR-V but brings EV running, a 51.1-kWh battery rated for 345 km and far stronger performance: 174 hp, 290 Nm and 7.9 seconds to 100 km/h against the Honda’s 119 hp, 145 Nm and 11.0 seconds. It is also 250 mm longer and 135 mm wider, yet both carry 380 litres in the boot. The WR-V remains the simpler petrol choice, with a 1.5-litre i-VTEC engine, steel spare wheel and five-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you can charge regularly and want 345 km of EV range, 7.9-second acceleration and a longer six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you prefer a 1.5-litre petrol SUV with a steel spare wheel, five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Honda WR-V RM94,900.
- Performance: BYD Atto 2 174 hp, 290 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds; Honda WR-V 119 hp, 145 Nm and 11.0 seconds.
- Power source: BYD Atto 2 has a 51.1-kWh battery and 345 km EV range; Honda WR-V has a 1,498-cc petrol engine rated at 6.0 L/100 km.
- Size: BYD Atto 2 is 4,310 mm long with a 2,620-mm wheelbase; Honda WR-V is 4,060 mm long with a 2,485-mm wheelbase.
- Safety: BYD Atto 2 has six airbags; Honda WR-V has four airbags and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- Lighting: BYD Atto 2 uses LED projector headlamps; Honda WR-V uses halogen headlamps.
Atto 2
- 345 km rated EV range from a 51.1-kWh battery
- 174 hp and 290 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds
- Six airbags, 360-degree camera and 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen
- Costs RM5,100 more
- Tyre repair kit instead of the WR-V’s 16-inch steel spare wheel
- No ASEAN NCAP rating stated, where the WR-V has five stars
WR-V
- Lower purchase price
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and 16-inch steel spare wheel
- Unlimited-mileage five-year warranty with free labour for up to five services
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the Atto 2’s 174 hp and 290 Nm
- Four airbags versus the Atto 2’s six
- Halogen headlamps and manual air conditioning versus LED projectors and automatic climate control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM94,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 174 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 51.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 345 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 82 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds✓ | 11.0 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.0 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,608 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,485 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,105 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 380 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | 16" Steel Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Black Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Black Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Dual Front and Side Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | ISOFIX i-Size |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with CMBS |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front and Rear |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Fabric |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Remote Engine Start, Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, Multi-angle with LaneWatch |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty; free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/5 years) |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Atto 2 & WR-V for sale
Atto 2 vs WR-V FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Honda WR-V better?
The Atto 2 is better for drivers with dependable charging, delivering 345 km of rated range and 7.9-second 0-100 km/h performance. The WR-V suits buyers who want petrol refuelling, a steel spare wheel and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 is RM5,100 dearer than the Honda WR-V: RM100,000 versus RM94,900.
Which one is quicker?
The BYD Atto 2 is decisively quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds against 11.0 seconds for the Honda WR-V. Its motor produces 174 hp and 290 Nm, compared with the WR-V’s 119 hp and 145 Nm.
