BYD Atto 2 vs BYD Dolphin
Verdict
At official list price, this is almost level: RM100,000 for the BYD Atto 2 against RM100,530 for the BYD Dolphin. The Atto 2 is the quicker, more practical car on paper, with 174 hp, a 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time and a 380-litre boot. The Dolphin counters with a longer 2,700 mm wheelbase and much lower RM50 road tax, while its 340 km range is only 5 km down despite a smaller 44.9 kWh battery. Performance decides this one.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you want the SUV body, stronger 174 hp motor and 380-litre boot without paying more list-price money.
Pick the BYD Dolphin if you prefer a hatchback with a longer 2,700 mm wheelbase, lower RM50 road tax and nearly the same range.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; BYD Dolphin RM100,530
- Power: BYD Atto 2 174 hp; BYD Dolphin 94 hp
- 0-100 km/h: BYD Atto 2 7.9 s; BYD Dolphin 12.3 s
- Battery and range: BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh/345 km; BYD Dolphin 44.9 kWh/340 km
- Size: BYD Atto 2 4,310/1,830/1,675 mm; BYD Dolphin 4,290/1,770/1,570 mm
- Boot space: BYD Atto 2 380 L; BYD Dolphin 345 L
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 100,000✓ | RM 100,530 |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Motor | Single motor | Single motor |
| Power | 174 hp✓ | 94 hp |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 7.9 s✓ | 12.3 s |
| Top speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 51.1 kWh✓ | 44.9 kWh |
| EV range | 345 km✓ | 340 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,290 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Boot space | 380 L✓ | 345 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 6 | 6 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 50✓ |
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.
Atto 2
- Far stronger 174 hp motor
- Quicker 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Bigger 380-litre boot
- Higher RM120 annual road tax
- Shorter 2,620 mm wheelbase
- Only 5 km more range despite the larger battery
Dolphin
- Lower RM50 annual road tax
- Longer 2,700 mm wheelbase
- 340 km range is close to the Atto 2
- Much lower 94 hp output
- Slower 12.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 345-litre boot
Atto 2 vs Dolphin FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or BYD Dolphin better?
The BYD Atto 2 is the better all-round pick if performance and boot space matter, thanks to 174 hp, 7.9-second acceleration and 380 litres. The Dolphin makes more sense if you prioritise lower road tax and a longer wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Dolphin costs RM530 more, at RM100,530 versus RM100,000 for the BYD Atto 2. The gap is tiny, so the decision should come down to body style, performance, space and running costs.
Which one has more space?
The BYD Atto 2 has the bigger boot at 380 litres versus 345 litres and is also wider and taller. The BYD Dolphin has the longer wheelbase, at 2,700 mm against 2,620 mm.