BYD Atto 2 vs Honda HR-V
Verdict
The BYD Atto 2 is the sharper deal on numbers: officially RM100,000, fully electric, with 174 hp, 290 Nm and a 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time. The Honda HR-V costs RM115,900 and its 1.5 litre petrol engine makes 119 hp and 145 Nm, so it is much slower at 12.1 seconds, though its 186 km/h top speed beats the BYD’s 160 km/h. The BYD also has the bigger boot, more cabin tech and a 345 km EV range. The Honda fights back with rear air vents, ULTRA Seat practicality and petrol convenience.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you can charge an EV and want stronger acceleration, more boot space and more kit for less money.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you prefer petrol refuelling, rear air vents, ULTRA Seat flexibility and a higher top speed.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Honda HR-V RM115,900
- Power and torque: BYD Atto 2 174 hp/290 Nm motor; Honda HR-V 119 hp/145 Nm petrol engine
- 0-100 km/h: BYD Atto 2 7.9 seconds; Honda HR-V 12.1 seconds
- Top speed: BYD Atto 2 160 km/h; Honda HR-V 186 km/h
- Boot space: BYD Atto 2 380 litres; Honda HR-V 335 litres
- Infotainment: BYD Atto 2 15.6-inch rotating screen with 6 speakers; Honda HR-V 8-inch screen with 4 speakers
Atto 2
- Quicker 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 345 km EV range with 82 kW DC charging and 7 kW AC charging
- More listed safety coverage with front, side, front curtain and rear curtain airbags
- Lower 160 km/h top speed versus the Honda’s 186 km/h
- No rear air vents, while the Honda has them
- Tyre repair kit only; the Honda gets a space-saver spare
HR-V
- Petrol powertrain avoids charging planning
- Rear air vents and ULTRA Seat add daily-use flexibility
- Higher 186 km/h top speed
- Costs RM15,900 more
- Much slower 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 335-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 100,000✓ | RM 115,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 119 hp |
| Torque | — | 145 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| 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 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds✓ | 12.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 186 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,347 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,274 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 335 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| 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 |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| 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 | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front |
| 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 | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's 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 with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 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 | Electronic |
| 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 | — |
| 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 HR-V FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Honda HR-V better?
The BYD Atto 2 is better on price, acceleration, boot space and listed tech. The Honda HR-V is better if you want petrol refuelling, rear air vents, ULTRA Seat practicality and a higher top speed.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 is RM15,900 cheaper. It is priced at RM100,000, while the Honda HR-V is RM115,900.
Which is faster, the BYD Atto 2 or Honda HR-V?
The BYD Atto 2 accelerates faster, doing 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds against the Honda HR-V’s 12.1 seconds. The Honda has the higher top speed at 186 km/h versus 160 km/h.