Verdict
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM100,000 to the Proton eMas 5’s RM59,800, a RM40,200 jump that buys 174 hp and 290 Nm rather than 77 hp and 130 Nm, plus a 51.1-kWh battery for 345 km instead of 30.12 kWh and 225 km. It also charges faster at 82 kW DC and brings autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. The eMas 5 counters with Malaysian CKD assembly, rear-wheel drive, a 30-mm longer wheelbase and multi-link rear suspension. For the budget-led Malaysian EV buyer, the Proton is far cheaper; the BYD is the more complete long-distance and safety-tech choice.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you need 345 km of range, 82-kW DC charging and a much stronger 174-hp motor with autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Proton eMas 5 if RM40,200 in upfront savings, Malaysian CKD assembly, rear-wheel drive and a 2,650-mm wheelbase matter more than range and performance.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Proton eMas 5 RM59,800.
- Motor output: BYD Atto 2 174 hp and 290 Nm; Proton eMas 5 77 hp and 130 Nm.
- Battery and range: BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh and 345 km; Proton eMas 5 30.12 kWh and 225 km.
- DC charging: BYD Atto 2 82 kW; Proton eMas 5 53 kW.
- Driveline and rear suspension: BYD Atto 2 front-wheel drive with torsion beam; Proton eMas 5 rear-wheel drive with multi-link.
- Driver assistance: BYD Atto 2 has autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control; Proton eMas 5 has neither.
Atto 2
- 345-km EV range from a 51.1-kWh battery.
- 174 hp, 290 Nm and a 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM40,200 more.
- Its 2,620-mm wheelbase is 30 mm shorter.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the Proton’s multi-link setup.
eMas 5
- RM59,800 entry price and Malaysian CKD assembly.
- Rear-wheel drive and multi-link rear suspension.
- 2,650-mm wheelbase, 30 mm longer than the BYD’s.
- 225-km range is 120 km shorter.
- 77 hp and 130 Nm are far below the BYD’s 174 hp and 290 Nm.
- No autonomous braking or adaptive cruise control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM30✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 174 hp✓ | 77 hp |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 130 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 51.1 kWh✓ | 30.12 kWh |
| EV Range | 345 km✓ | 225 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 82 kW✓ | 53 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h✓ | 125 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,135 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,230 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 375 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Linglong Comfort Master |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 15" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 15" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km BEV and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 & eMas 5 for sale
Atto 2 vs eMas 5 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Proton eMas 5 better?
The BYD Atto 2 is better for range, charging, acceleration and driver assistance, with 345 km, 82-kW DC charging, 174 hp and autonomous braking. The Proton eMas 5 is the better choice only if its much lower purchase cost is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM40,200 more than the Proton eMas 5.
Which one charges faster?
The BYD Atto 2 charges faster on both AC and DC: 7 kW AC and 82 kW DC, versus the Proton eMas 5’s 6.6 kW AC and 53 kW DC.
