Verdict
At RM100,000, the BYD Atto 2 costs RM18,800 less and is the sharper choice for buyers who value a 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time, 290 Nm and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load output. The Leapmotor B10 uses the gap for a 67.1 kWh battery, 434 km range, a larger C-segment body and 430-litre boot. Its 2,735 mm wheelbase, rear-wheel drive and multi-link rear suspension also mark a more substantial package, while blind-spot monitoring, dual-zone air-con and a panoramic glass roof strengthen its case. The Atto 2 remains the better-value urban EV; the B10 is the more spacious long-distance car.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if RM18,800 savings, quicker 7.9-second acceleration and 3.3 kW V2L matter more than extra range and cabin space.
Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you need its 434 km range, 430-litre boot, larger C-segment cabin and added convenience equipment.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Leapmotor B10 RM118,800.
- Battery and range: Atto 2 51.1 kWh and 345 km; B10 67.1 kWh and 434 km.
- Motor output and acceleration: Atto 2 174 hp, 290 Nm and 7.9 seconds; B10 215 hp, 240 Nm and 9.3 seconds.
- Size and boot: Atto 2 is 4,310 mm long with a 380-litre boot; B10 is 4,515 mm long with a 430-litre boot.
- AC charging and V2L: Atto 2 7 kW and 3.3 kW; B10 11 kW and 1.7 kW.
- Parking sensors: Atto 2 has two front and four rear sensors; B10 has no front and four rear sensors.
Atto 2
- RM18,800 lower purchase price and RM120 annual road tax.
- Quicker 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time and higher 290 Nm torque.
- 82 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L output.
- 345 km range trails the B10's 434 km.
- Smaller 380-litre boot and 2,620 mm wheelbase.
- No blind-spot information system, panoramic glass roof or rear air-con vents.
B10
- 67.1 kWh battery delivers 434 km of range.
- Larger 430-litre boot, 2,735 mm wheelbase and multi-link rear suspension.
- Gets blind-spot monitoring, dual-zone climate control, rear air-con vents and a panoramic glass roof.
- Costs RM18,800 more and has RM200 annual road tax.
- Its 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.4 seconds slower than the Atto 2.
- V2L output is limited to 1.7 kW versus 3.3 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM118,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 174 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 51.1 kWh | 67.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 345 km | 434 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 82 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds✓ | 9.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,515 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,845 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 430 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Linglong Sport Master e |
| 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 and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far 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 |
| 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 Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front 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 Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| 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 | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km 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 & B10 for sale
Atto 2 vs B10 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Leapmotor B10 better?
The Atto 2 is better for lower purchase cost, faster acceleration and stronger V2L output. Choose the B10 if 434 km range, a 430-litre boot, rear-wheel drive and its larger C-segment dimensions are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor B10 costs RM18,800 more than the BYD Atto 2: RM118,800 versus RM100,000. Its annual road tax is also RM200, compared with RM120 for the Atto 2.
Which EV is better for home AC charging?
The Leapmotor B10 is better suited to faster AC charging, with an 11 kW onboard rate against the Atto 2's 7 kW. The Atto 2, however, has an 82 kW DC charging rate and higher 3.3 kW V2L output.