Verdict
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM1,400 more than the Nissan Navara, but the money changes the brief completely. The five-seat EV delivers a 345-km range, 174 hp and RM120 annual road tax, against the Navara’s two seats, 161-hp 2.5-litre diesel and RM830 road tax. Pick the Nissan only when its all-wheel drive, 403 Nm and full-size spare matter more than passenger capacity, active safety and lower annual tax. The Atto 2 also has a six-year/150,000-km warranty, one year longer than the Navara’s.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you need five seats, a 345-km EV range and far more safety and cabin equipment for daily use.
Pick the Nissan Navara if you need all-wheel drive, 403 Nm of diesel torque, a six-speed manual and a full-size spare.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Nissan Navara RM98,600.
- Output: Atto 2 motor 174 hp/290 Nm; Navara diesel engine 161 hp/403 Nm.
- Driveline and transmission: Atto 2 front-wheel drive single-ratio automatic; Navara all-wheel drive six-speed manual.
- Seating and doors: Atto 2 five seats/five doors; Navara two seats/two doors.
- Length and wheelbase: Atto 2 4,310 mm/2,620 mm; Navara 5,335 mm/3,150 mm.
- Annual road tax: Atto 2 RM120; Navara RM830.
Atto 2
- 345-km range from a 51.1-kWh battery, with 82-kW DC charging.
- Five seats, six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking.
- 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control and a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen.
- Front-wheel drive rather than the Navara’s all-wheel drive.
- 290 Nm is 113 Nm down on the Navara’s 403 Nm.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare wheel.
Navara
- 403 Nm from its 2.5-litre diesel engine and all-wheel drive.
- Full-size spare tyre.
- It costs RM1,400 less to buy.
- Two seats and two doors, against the Atto 2’s five seats and five doors.
- Only driver and passenger airbags; it lacks the Atto 2’s stability control, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
- RM830 annual road tax is RM710 higher than the Atto 2’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM98,600✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | B-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo |
| Capacity | — | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 161 hp |
| Torque | — | 403 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15 |
| 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 | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6MT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Nissan |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 5,335 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 3,150 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,828 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205R16C |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205R16C |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Bridgestone Dueler HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| 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 | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-Zone Manual |
| 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 |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Multi-info Display |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| 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 | RM120✓ | RM830 |
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 Navara FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Nissan Navara better?
The BYD Atto 2 is better for most daily transport needs: it has five seats, a 345-km EV range, six airbags and RM120 annual road tax. The Nissan Navara is the better fit only for buyers needing all-wheel drive, 403 Nm and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 is RM100,000 and the Nissan Navara is RM98,600, so the Atto 2 costs RM1,400 more.
Which has more safety equipment?
The BYD Atto 2 has more: driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags, stability control, autonomous braking, collision warning and lane-keeping assist. The Nissan Navara has driver and passenger airbags, ABS/EBD and no listed stability control or autonomous braking.