Verdict
Mechanically, these two Atto 3s are almost the same: one motor, 201 hp, 310 Nm, a 60.48 kWh LFP battery, 420 km range and 7.3-second 0-100 km/h. The Mk1 Facelift costs RM125,800 against RM123,800 for the Mk1 Update, and the extra RM2,000 mainly buys faster 110 kW DC charging, 3.3 V2L, auto high beam and stop-go adaptive cruise. The outgoing Update answers with dual-zone air-con, navigation, an alarm, a far-side airbag, 6 litres more boot space and 70 kg less weight.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 Mk1 Update if you want the cheaper Atto 3 with the same 201 hp drivetrain, 420 km range, dual-zone climate control, navigation and the larger 440-litre boot.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 Mk1 Facelift if your priority is the newer car’s 110 kW DC charging, 3.3 V2L and stop-go adaptive cruise, and you can live with the smaller 434-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: RM123,800 vs RM125,800
- DC charging rate: 88 kW vs 110 kW
- V2L: not fitted vs 3.3
- Kerb weight: 1,680 kg vs 1,750 kg
- Boot space: 440 litres vs 434 litres
- Air-con: dual-zone automatic vs single-zone automatic
Mk1 Update
- RM2,000 cheaper with the same 201 hp, 310 Nm and 420 km range
- Larger 440-litre boot and lower 1,680 kg kerb weight
- Gets dual-zone climate control, navigation, an alarm and a driver far-side airbag
- DC charging is lower at 88 kW against 110 kW
- No listed V2L output; the Facelift has 3.3
- Adaptive cruise is listed without Stop and Go
Mk1 Facelift
- Faster 110 kW DC charging versus 88 kW
- 3.3 V2L is fitted
- LED projector headlamps add auto high beam, and adaptive cruise adds Stop and Go
- Costs RM2,000 more
- Heavier and marginally smaller-booted: 1,750 kg and 434 litres versus 1,680 kg and 440 litres
- Comes with single-zone air-con, no navigation, no alarm and no driver far-side airbag versus the Update
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800✓ | RM125,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | 60.48 kWh |
| EV Range | 420 km | 420 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 88 kW | 110 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,455 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,615 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,680 kg | 1,750 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 440 litres✓ | 434 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Dual-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Dual-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | 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 | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| 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 | 150,000 km |
| 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 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.
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Mk1 Update vs Mk1 Facelift FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 Mk1 Update or BYD Atto 3 Mk1 Facelift better?
The Facelift is the better new-car pick for charging and convenience: 110 kW DC, 3.3 V2L, auto high beam and Stop and Go. The Update is better value if dual-zone air-con, navigation and the far-side airbag matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 Mk1 Facelift is RM2,000 dearer: RM125,800 versus RM123,800 for the Mk1 Update.
Do they have the same range and performance?
Yes. Both use one motor with 201 hp and 310 Nm, a 60.48 kWh LFP battery, 420 km EV range and a 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
