Verdict
At RM100,000, the BYD Atto 2 costs RM10,200 more than the RM89,800 Proton X50, but brings electric running, a 51.1-kWh battery with 345 km of range, 82-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L. It also has a 380-litre boot, 360-degree camera, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. The X50 is 0.3 seconds quicker to 100 km/h at 7.6 seconds, gets blind-spot monitoring and rear air-con vents, but its 330-litre boot and passive cruise control are less useful on long drives.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you want a 345-km EV with DC charging, V2L, a larger boot and the stronger driver-assistance package.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want to spend RM10,200 less, prefer petrol power and want blind-spot monitoring, rear vents and a space-saver spare.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Proton X50 RM89,800.
- Powertrain: BYD Atto 2 has a 174-hp, 290-Nm electric motor and 51.1-kWh battery; Proton X50 has a 1,499-cc 178-hp, 290-Nm turbo petrol engine.
- Range/fuelling: BYD Atto 2 claims 345 km and supports 7-kW AC/82-kW DC charging; Proton X50 has a 45-litre petrol tank.
- Acceleration: BYD Atto 2 does 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds; Proton X50 does it in 7.6 seconds.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 2 380 litres; Proton X50 330 litres.
- Driver assistance: BYD Atto 2 has autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise; Proton X50 has blind-spot information and passive…
Atto 2
- 345-km EV range with 82-kW DC charging
- 380-litre boot and 360-degree camera
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control
- RM10,200 dearer
- 0-100 km/h is 7.9 seconds versus the X50's 7.6 seconds
- No blind-spot information system, rear air-con vents or space-saver spare
X50
- RM89,800 price
- Quicker 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Blind-spot information, rear vents and space-saver spare
- 330-litre boot is 50 litres smaller
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- Passive cruise control and reverse camera instead of adaptive cruise and a 360-degree camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM89,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 178 hp |
| Torque | — | 290 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,351 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 330 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| 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, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| 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 | 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 | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing |
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 & X50 for sale
Atto 2 vs X50 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Proton X50 better?
The BYD Atto 2 is the better-equipped choice for an EV buyer, with 345 km of range, 82-kW DC charging, autonomous braking and a 380-litre boot. The Proton X50 suits buyers prioritising the RM10,200 lower price, petrol power and blind-spot monitoring.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM100,000 and the Proton X50 costs RM89,800, so the Atto 2 is RM10,200 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The BYD Atto 2 has the larger boot at 380 litres, compared with 330 litres in the Proton X50. That is a 50-litre advantage for the BYD.