Verdict
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM8,000 less at RM100,000 and brings a 174 hp, 290 Nm front motor that reaches 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, well ahead of the Omoda Jaecoo J5’s 145 hp, 210 Nm petrol turbo and 10.2-second time. Its 51.1 kWh battery claims 345 km of range and accepts up to 82 kW DC charging. The J5 answers with a larger 480-litre boot, 18-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof and blind-spot monitoring. Pick based on charging access and luggage needs, not cabin space: both have the same 2,620 mm wheelbase.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you can charge regularly and want RM8,000 back in your pocket, stronger 174 hp/290 Nm performance and a claimed 345 km EV range.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you need its 480-litre boot, petrol refuelling flexibility, panoramic sunroof and blind-spot monitoring.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000.
- Powertrain: BYD Atto 2 has one 174 hp, 290 Nm electric motor; Omoda Jaecoo J5 has a 1.5-litre 145 hp, 210 Nm turbo petrol engine.
- Acceleration: BYD Atto 2 does 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds; Omoda Jaecoo J5 takes 10.2 seconds.
- Energy storage/range: BYD Atto 2 has a 51.1 kWh battery and 345 km range; Omoda Jaecoo J5 has a 1,498 cc petrol engine.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 2 380 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J5 480 litres.
- Warranty: BYD Atto 2 6 years/150,000 km plus 8-year battery cover; Omoda Jaecoo J5 7 years/150,000 km.
Atto 2
- RM8,000 lower price
- 174 hp and 290 Nm; 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 51.1 kWh battery, 345 km range and 82 kW DC charging
- 380-litre boot is 100 litres smaller
- No blind-spot information system or panoramic sunroof
- 17-inch wheels versus the J5’s 18-inch items
J5
- 480-litre boot and space-saver spare tyre
- Blind-spot information system, panoramic sunroof and rear air vents
- Seven-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty
- Costs RM8,000 more
- 145 hp, 210 Nm and 10.2-second acceleration trail the Atto 2
- No EV range, DC charging or 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load function
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM108,000 |
| 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 with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 145 hp |
| Torque | — | 210 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| 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 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds✓ | 10.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 175 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 480 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags |
| 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 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 | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| 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 AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality |
| 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 |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| 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 | — |
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 & J5 for sale
Atto 2 vs J5 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Omoda Jaecoo J5 better?
The Atto 2 is the better pick for buyers able to charge, thanks to its RM100,000 price, 7.9-second sprint and claimed 345 km range. Choose the J5 for its 480-litre boot, petrol powertrain, panoramic sunroof and blind-spot monitoring.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM100,000 and the Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM108,000, so the J5 costs RM8,000 more. Both have annual road tax of RM120.
Which one has the bigger boot?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 has the bigger boot at 480 litres, 100 litres more than the BYD Atto 2’s 380 litres. The J5 also includes a space-saver spare, while the Atto 2 has a tyre repair kit.