Verdict
At RM100,000, the BYD Atto 2 undercuts the RM115,900 Honda HR-V by RM15,900, yet its 174 hp/290 Nm motor reaches 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds against 12.1 seconds for the Honda’s 119 hp/145 Nm 1.5-litre petrol unit. Its 51.1-kWh battery is rated for 345 km, with 82-kW DC charging, and it carries 380 litres in the boot. The HR-V counters with a 40-litre fuel tank, a higher 186-km/h top speed, rear air vents and a space-saver spare. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the Atto 2 is the stronger on-paper buy.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you can charge at home or work and want 174 hp, a 345-km EV range and more equipment for RM15,900 less.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you prefer petrol refuelling, need rear air vents and want a space-saver spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Honda HR-V RM115,900.
- Output: Atto 2 single motor makes 174 hp and 290 Nm; HR-V 1.5-litre petrol engine makes 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Atto 2 7.9 seconds; HR-V 12.1 seconds.
- EV range/fuel storage: Atto 2 has a 51.1-kWh battery and 345-km range; HR-V has a 40-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: Atto 2 380 litres; HR-V 335 litres.
- Safety and infotainment: Atto 2 has front/rear curtain airbags and a 15.
Atto 2
- 174 hp and 290 Nm, with a 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 345-km EV range, 82-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L.
- 380-litre boot, 360-degree camera and front/rear curtain airbags.
- 160-km/h top speed trails the HR-V’s 186 km/h.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the HR-V’s space-saver spare tyre.
- No rear air-con vents.
HR-V
- 40-litre petrol tank and 186-km/h top speed.
- Rear air-con vents, rear cupholders and ULTRA Seat rear accommodation.
- Space-saver spare tyre.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm are well down on the Atto 2’s 174 hp and 290 Nm.
- 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time is 4.2 seconds slower than the Atto 2.
- 335-litre boot is 45 litres smaller, and it lacks the Atto 2’s curtain airbags.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM115,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| 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 | — | 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) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 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 |
| 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 | — |
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 & HR-V for sale
Atto 2 vs HR-V FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Honda HR-V better?
The BYD Atto 2 is the better on-paper choice for buyers with charging access: it is cheaper, reaches 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds and has a 345-km EV range. Choose the Honda HR-V for petrol refuelling, rear vents and a spare tyre.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM100,000 and the Honda HR-V costs RM115,900, so the Atto 2 is RM15,900 cheaper.
Which has the larger boot?
The BYD Atto 2 has the larger boot at 380 litres, compared with 335 litres for the Honda HR-V. That is a 45-litre advantage for the EV.