Verdict
At the same RM100,000, the Atto 2 is the more substantial B-segment EV: its 174 hp and 290 Nm motor, 380-litre boot and six-airbag count make a clear case for buyers carrying people and luggage. The Box answers with a claimed 430 km range from its smaller 42.3 kWh battery, 85 km beyond the Atto 2, plus lower RM50 annual road tax. Yet its 94 hp motor, two airbags and 326-litre boot are meaningful trade-offs. Choose the Box for distance; choose the Atto 2 for stronger performance and broader practicality.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you want 174 hp, six airbags and a 380-litre boot in an SUV body.
Pick the Dongfeng Box if its claimed 430 km range, RM50 road tax and compact 4,030 mm hatchback body matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Motor output: Atto 2 174 hp and 290 Nm; Box 94 hp and 160 Nm.
- EV range: Atto 2 345 km; Box 430 km.
- Battery capacity: Atto 2 51.1 kWh; Box 42.3 kWh.
- Boot space: Atto 2 380 litres; Box 326 litres.
- Airbags: Atto 2 six; Box two.
- Annual road tax: Atto 2 RM120; Box RM50.
Atto 2
- 174 hp and 290 Nm front motor.
- 380-litre boot and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Six airbags, plus auto wipers and navigation.
- 345 km range trails the Box's 430 km.
- RM120 annual road tax is RM70 higher.
- V2L output is 3.3 kW versus 3.6 kW.
Box
- 430 km claimed EV range.
- Lower RM50 annual road tax.
- Six front and six rear parking sensors, plus auto parking.
- 94 hp and 160 Nm are well down on the Atto 2's 174 hp and 290 Nm.
- Only driver and front-passenger airbags, against six in the Atto 2.
- 326-litre boot is 54 litres smaller.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM100,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 174 hp✓ | 94 hp |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 160 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 51.1 kWh✓ | 42.3 kWh |
| EV Range | 345 km | 430 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 82 kW✓ | 70 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,030 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,660 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,342 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 326 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Wanli Harmonic Plus |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| 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 Front Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear 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 Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 12.8" Touchscreen |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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 | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | Limited to the first owner only; 8-year/unlimited mileage battery 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 2 & Box for sale
Atto 2 vs Box FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Dongfeng Box better?
The Atto 2 is the better all-round choice for performance, luggage capacity and occupant protection, with 174 hp, a 380-litre boot and six airbags. The Box is better for claimed range, delivering 430 km versus 345 km.
What is the price difference?
There is no price difference: both are listed at RM100,000. The Box saves RM70 a year in road tax, at RM50 versus the Atto 2's RM120.
Which one charges faster?
The Atto 2 has the higher charging ratings: 7 kW AC and 82 kW DC, compared with the Box's 6.6 kW AC and 70 kW DC. The Box has slightly higher V2L output, at 3.6 kW versus 3.3 kW.