Verdict
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM100,000 against the Chery Tiggo Cross at RM88,800, so the RM11,200 gap is mainly about going electric. The Atto 2 gets a 174 hp/290 Nm motor, 51.1 kWh LFP battery, 345 km range, 82 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L. The Tiggo Cross counters with a 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5 turbo petrol engine, a seven-year warranty, blind spot monitoring, rear side airbags, dual-zone air-con and rear vents. Space is close: both have 380 litres of boot space.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you want the stronger EV drivetrain, 345 km range, DC charging and V2L rather than a petrol SUV.
Pick the Chery Tiggo Cross if you want the lower RM88,800 price, longer vehicle warranty and more rear-seat comfort kit.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Chery Tiggo Cross RM88,800
- Output: BYD Atto 2 174 hp/290 Nm motor; Chery Tiggo Cross 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5 turbo petrol
- Energy: BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh LFP battery with 345 km range; Chery Tiggo Cross 51-litre petrol tank
- Size: BYD Atto 2 4,310 mm long with 2,620 mm wheelbase; Chery Tiggo Cross 4,318 mm long with 2,610 mm wheelbase
- Wheels and tyres: BYD Atto 2 17-inch 215/60R17; Chery Tiggo Cross 18-inch 215/55R18
- Warranty: BYD Atto 2 6 years/150,000 km plus EV battery and drive unit cover; Chery Tiggo Cross 7 years/150,000 km
Atto 2
- More power and torque: 174 hp and 290 Nm
- 345 km EV range with 82 kW DC charging
- 3.3 kW V2L and a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen
- Costs RM11,200 more
- Vehicle warranty is 6 years, not 7 years
- No blind spot monitoring or rear air-con vents listed
Tiggo Cross
- Lower RM88,800 price
- Seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty
- Blind spot monitoring, rear side airbags, dual-zone air-con and rear vents
- Lower output at 145 hp and 210 Nm
- No lane-keeping assist listed
- Seatbelt reminder covers the front seats only
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 100,000 | RM 88,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 145 hp |
| Torque | — | 210 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 174 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | — |
| Battery Capacity | 51.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 345 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS2 | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 82 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| 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 | 4,318 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,468 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 380 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Continental UC6 SUV, GitiComfort F22 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear 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 seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Automatic LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| 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 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, 6 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 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 | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
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 vs Tiggo Cross FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Chery Tiggo Cross better?
The BYD Atto 2 is better if you want an EV with stronger output and 345 km range. The Chery Tiggo Cross is better if price, warranty and rear-seat equipment matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 is RM100,000, while the Chery Tiggo Cross is RM88,800. That makes the BYD RM11,200 dearer.
Which one is more practical?
Boot space is identical at 380 litres, and both seat five. The Tiggo Cross is 8 mm longer, while the Atto 2 has a 10 mm longer wheelbase.