Verdict
At RM125,800, the BYD Atto 3 costs RM3,600 less than the RM129,400 Chery Tiggo 7 and is the cleaner fit for Malaysians who can charge regularly: its 60.48-kWh battery claims 420 km of EV range and accepts 110 kW DC charging. The Tiggo 7’s 18.3-kWh battery covers 90 km electrically, but its petrol plug-in hybrid hardware and 60-litre tank suit buyers who cannot rely on charging. It also brings a 475-litre boot, eight airbags and a seven-year warranty, against 434 litres, six airbags and six years for the BYD.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you have dependable home or workplace charging and want 420 km of electric range, 110 kW DC charging and a lower purchase price.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 7 if petrol-backed long-distance flexibility, a larger 475-litre boot, eight airbags and a longer seven-year warranty matter more than pure-EV range.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; Chery Tiggo 7 RM129,400.
- Battery and EV range: BYD Atto 3 60.48 kWh and 420 km; Chery Tiggo 7 18.3 kWh and 90 km.
- DC charging: BYD Atto 3 110 kW; Chery Tiggo 7 40 kW.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 3 434 litres; Chery Tiggo 7 475 litres.
- Airbags: BYD Atto 3 six; Chery Tiggo 7 eight.
- Manufacturer warranty: BYD Atto 3 six years/150,000 km; Chery Tiggo 7 seven years/150,000 km.
Atto 3
- 420 km EV range from a 60.48-kWh battery.
- 110 kW DC charging and 7 kW AC charging.
- RM3,600 lower purchase price with a 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Six airbags versus the Tiggo 7’s eight.
- 434-litre boot is 41 litres smaller.
- Single-zone climate control versus dual-zone.
Tiggo 7
- Petrol plug-in hybrid system with a 60-litre fuel tank.
- 475-litre boot and eight airbags.
- Seven-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- 90 km EV range versus the Atto 3’s 420 km.
- 40 kW DC charging versus the Atto 3’s 110 kW.
- Costs RM3,600 more and weighs 45 kg more.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800✓ | RM129,400 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 139 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh✓ | 18.3 kWh |
| EV Range | 420 km✓ | 90 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW✓ | 40 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | DHT |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,553 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,862 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,795 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Aero 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) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated and Heated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto |
| 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 (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km battery and 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.
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Atto 3 vs Tiggo 7 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or Chery Tiggo 7 better?
The Atto 3 is better for regular EV use, with 420 km range and 110 kW DC charging. The Tiggo 7 is better if you need petrol-backed flexibility, more boot space and eight airbags.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 7 costs RM3,600 more than the BYD Atto 3. The gap buys the Tiggo 7 a larger boot, two additional airbags and one extra year of manufacturer warranty.
Which one charges faster?
The BYD Atto 3 charges faster on both current types: 7 kW AC and 110 kW DC, versus the Chery Tiggo 7’s 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC.
