Verdict
The BYD Atto 2 is the more rounded choice for buyers ready to live with charging: its 174 hp, 290 Nm motor cuts 0-100 km/h to 7.9 seconds, against the Honda City’s 119 hp, 145 Nm and 10.2 seconds. Its 51.1 kWh battery is rated for 345 km and accepts 7 kW AC or 82 kW DC charging, while V2L supplies up to 3.3 kW. But the City brings a much larger 519-litre boot against 380 litres, a 196 km/h top speed and the simpler petrol refuelling routine. The Atto 2 is quicker and better equipped; the City remains the more practical sedan load-lugger.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you can charge regularly and want 345 km EV range, 7.9-second acceleration and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Honda City if you need the 519-litre boot, rear air-con vents and petrol convenience for longer journeys.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Honda City RM84,900.
- Powertrain and acceleration: Atto 2 has 174 hp and 290 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds; City has 119 hp and 145 Nm, taking 10.2 seconds.
- Energy use: Atto 2 has a 51.1 kWh battery with 345 km range, 7 kW AC and 82 kW DC charging; City uses petrol at 5.6 L/100 km with a 40-litre tank.
- Boot space: Atto 2 380 litres; City 519 litres.
- Dimensions: Atto 2 is 4,310 mm long, 1,830 mm wide and 1,675 mm tall; City is 4,580 mm long, 1,748 mm wide and 1,467 mm tall.
- Top speed: Atto 2 160 km/h; City 196 km/h.
Atto 2
- 174 hp and 290 Nm motor with 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 345 km rated range, 82 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- LED projector headlamps, powered front seats and 360-degree camera
- Costs RM15,100 more
- 380-litre boot is 139 litres smaller
- 160 km/h top speed is 36 km/h lower
City
- 519-litre boot
- Rear air-con vents and space-saver spare tyre
- Night-time pedestrian and cyclist detection in its autonomous braking system
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the Atto 2’s 174 hp and 290 Nm
- 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.3 seconds slower
- Halogen projector headlamps and manual front-seat adjustment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM84,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 119 hp |
| Torque | — | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 174 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 51.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 345 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 82 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds✓ | 10.2 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 196 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,580 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,467 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,125 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 519 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| 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, 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Lead Car Departure Notification |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Projector |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | Radio with Bluetooth and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| 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 | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five Years |
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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Atto 2 vs City FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Honda City better?
The Atto 2 is better for EV performance and equipment, with 174 hp, 345 km range and a 360-degree camera. The City is better for luggage and petrol use, thanks to its 519-litre boot and 40-litre fuel tank.
What is the price difference?
The listed gap is RM15,100. The Atto 2’s extra outlay brings an electric motor, 51.1 kWh battery, 82 kW DC charging, V2L and more extensive convenience equipment.
Can the BYD Atto 2 charge quickly on a trip?
Yes. The Atto 2 accepts DC charging at up to 82 kW and AC charging at up to 7 kW. Its 51.1 kWh battery has a rated range of 345 km; the Honda City does not require charging because it is petrol-powered.