Verdict
The RM19,000 gap buys the BYD Atto 3’s 201 hp, 310 Nm electric motor, 60.48 kWh battery and claimed 420 km range, plus a fuller active-safety suite. Its 2,720 mm wheelbase is 50 mm longer, but the Proton X70 counters with a 515-litre boot, 81 litres more than the Atto 3, and a 60-litre petrol tank for buyers without dependable charging. The X70 is also 175 kg lighter, while both remain five-seat, front-wheel-drive C-segment SUVs with multi-link rear suspension.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you can charge regularly and want 420 km EV range, 310 Nm and autonomous braking with adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Proton X70 if you want the lower entry price, a 515-litre boot and petrol refuelling backed by a 60-litre tank.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; Proton X70 RM106,800.
- Powertrain: Atto 3 has a 201 hp/310 Nm electric motor; X70 has a 178 hp/290 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Energy storage: Atto 3 has a 60.48 kWh battery and 420 km claimed range; X70 has a 60-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: Atto 3 434 litres; X70 515 litres.
- Wheelbase: Atto 3 2,720 mm; X70 2,670 mm.
- Driver assistance: Atto 3 gets autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise; X70 has none of those and passive cruise control.
Atto 3
- 420 km claimed range from a 60.48 kWh battery
- 201 hp and 310 Nm electric motor
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera
- Costs RM19,000 more
- 434-litre boot is 81 litres smaller
- No spare tyre; tyre repair kit only
X70
- 515-litre boot and space-saver spare wheel
- 60-litre petrol tank
- Dual-zone climate control with air purifier and ioniser
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive stop-and-go cruise
- LED reflector headlamps instead of LED projectors with auto high beam
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800 | RM106,800✓ |
| 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, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,532 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,831 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,575 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 515 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers |
| 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 Push Button with Remote Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 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 | 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 3 & X70 for sale
Atto 3 vs X70 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or Proton X70 better?
The Atto 3 is better for regular EV charging, with 420 km claimed range, 201 hp and active safety aids. The X70 is the better fit for a larger 515-litre boot and straightforward petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM125,800 and the Proton X70 costs RM106,800, so the Atto 3 is RM19,000 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The Proton X70 has more boot space at 515 litres, versus 434 litres in the BYD Atto 3. That is an 81-litre advantage for the Proton.
