Verdict
The RM12,000 gap buys the Atto 2 a 174 hp, 290 Nm electric motor, 51.1 kWh battery and 345 km range, plus a roomier SUV body. Its 380-litre boot is 94 litres larger than the Yaris’s, and it is 170 mm longer with a 70 mm longer wheelbase. The Toyota counters with Malaysian CKD assembly, a 42-litre petrol tank and a full-size spare wheel. For city EV buyers with charging access, the BYD has the stronger practical case; the Yaris keeps petrol refuelling and a lower entry price simple.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you can charge at home or work and want 345 km EV range, 290 Nm and a 380-litre boot.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if you want the RM88,000 entry price, petrol refuelling, seven airbags and a full-size spare wheel.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Toyota Yaris RM88,000.
- Power and torque: Atto 2 174 hp and 290 Nm; Yaris 105 hp and 150 Nm.
- Energy storage: Atto 2 51.1 kWh battery with 345 km range; Yaris 42-litre petrol tank.
- Dimensions: Atto 2 4,310 mm long and 2,620 mm wheelbase; Yaris 4,140 mm and 2,550 mm.
- Boot space: Atto 2 380 litres; Yaris 286 litres.
- Safety hardware: Atto 2 six airbags; Yaris seven airbags plus blind spot information system.
Atto 2
- 174 hp and 290 Nm electric motor
- 345 km range and 82 kW DC charging
- 380-litre boot with 360-degree camera
- Costs RM12,000 more
- Six airbags versus the Yaris’s seven
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare wheel
Yaris
- Lower RM88,000 price
- Seven airbags and blind spot information system
- Full-size 16-inch alloy spare wheel
- 105 hp and 150 Nm trail the Atto 2’s 174 hp and 290 Nm
- 286-litre boot is 94 litres smaller
- No adaptive cruise control or auto wipers
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM88,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 150 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| 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 with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| 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 | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 286 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map 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 | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| 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 for sale
Atto 2 vs Yaris FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Toyota Yaris better?
The Atto 2 is better for buyers with regular charging access, delivering 174 hp, 290 Nm, 345 km range and a 380-litre boot. The Yaris suits buyers who prefer petrol refuelling, seven airbags, blind spot monitoring and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM100,000 and the Toyota Yaris costs RM88,000, so the Atto 2 is RM12,000 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The BYD Atto 2 has the larger boot at 380 litres, compared with 286 litres in the Toyota Yaris. That is a 94-litre advantage for the electric SUV.
