Verdict
Just RM100 separates them, so this is a powertrain decision rather than a price one. The Atto 2 brings a 174 hp, 290 Nm front motor, 51.1 kWh battery and 345 km range, plus 82 kW DC charging for buyers able to charge regularly. The Yaris Cross answers with petrol refuelling, a much larger 471-litre boot and a steel spare wheel. Both are 4,310 mm long on a 2,620 mm wheelbase, but the Toyota is the more luggage-friendly choice; the BYD is the stronger EV package.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if home or workplace charging suits your routine and you want 174 hp, 290 Nm electric performance with a 345 km range.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you need the 471-litre boot, a full-size spare wheel and petrol refuelling without charging planning.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Powertrain: Atto 2 has a 174 hp, 290 Nm electric motor; Yaris Cross has a 105 hp, 138 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Energy storage: Atto 2 has a 51.1 kWh battery and 345 km range; Yaris Cross has a 42-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: Atto 2 380 litres; Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Width: Atto 2 1,830 mm; Yaris Cross 1,770 mm.
- Warranty: Atto 2 gets six years/150,000 km plus battery cover for eight years/160,000 km; Yaris Cross gets five years with unlimited mileage.
Atto 2
- 174 hp and 290 Nm electric motor
- 345 km range, 82 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- 15.6-inch rotating screen, six speakers and 360-degree camera
- 380-litre boot is 91 litres smaller than the Yaris Cross
- No blind spot information system, front foglamps or rear air-con vents
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Yaris Cross's steel spare wheel
Yaris Cross
- 471-litre boot and steel spare wheel
- Blind spot information system, front foglamps and rear air-con vents
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- 105 hp and 138 Nm are well down on the Atto 2's 174 hp and 290 Nm
- No EV driving range, DC charging or V2L capability
- Smaller 10.1-inch screen and four-speaker audio system
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72.5 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| 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 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| 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 | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| 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✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit 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 & Yaris Cross for sale
Atto 2 vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Atto 2 is better for buyers who can charge and want electric performance, with 174 hp and 345 km range. The Yaris Cross is better for regular long-distance flexibility, carrying luggage and keeping a spare wheel, thanks to its 471-litre boot and petrol tank.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM100,000 and the Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900, so the difference is RM100. Price should not decide this matchup; charging access and boot requirements should.
Which has the larger boot?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the larger boot at 471 litres, against 380 litres in the BYD Atto 2. That is a 91-litre advantage for the Toyota.
