Car Buyer's Guide

BYD Atto 2 vs Proton X50

BYD Atto 2

BYD Atto 2

Premium

Proton X50

Proton X50

Verdict

The Atto 2 has a 13% bigger boot, while the X50 is about 10% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

What the Atto 2 has over the X50

ImmobilizerAirbag Disable FunctionAutonomous Braking SystemLane-keeping AssistCollision Warning

What the X50 has over the Atto 2

AlarmBlind Spot Info SystemRear Air-con

Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.

Boot space favours the Atto 2: 380 litres against 330.

Atto 2 4,310 × 1,830 × 1,675 mm · wheelbase 2,620 mmX50 4,380 × 1,795 × 1,609 mm · wheelbase 2,600 mm
1,6754,310 mmWheelbase 2,620 mm1,6094,380 mmWheelbase 2,600 mm

Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.

Price & overview
PriceRM100,000RM89,800✓
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentB-SegmentB-Segment
AssemblyCBUCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM120RM120
Monthly instalment (est.)RM1,020/moRM915/mo✓
Insurance / year (est.)RM2,848RM2,614✓
Fuel or electricity / year (est.)RM1,316—
Energy cost / 100 km (est.)RM6.58—
5-year running costs (est.)RM21,420—
Charging (estimated)
AC charge 0–100% (est.)7.3 hours—
DC charge 10–80% (est.)45 min—
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing
Capacity—1,499 cc
Horsepower—178 hp at 5,500 rpm
Torque—290 Nm at 2,000 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement—Inline 4
FuelElectricPetrol
Number of Motors1—
Motor Horsepower174 hp—
Motor Torque290 Nm—
Battery Capacity51.1 kWh—
EV Range345 km—
Charging Rate (AC)7 kW—
Charging Rate (DC)82 kW—
V2L3.3 kW—
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission Name—7DCT
Gears—7
Transmission Manufacturer—Geely
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h7.9 seconds7.6 seconds✓
Top Speed160 km/h—
Dimensions
Length4,310 mm4,380 mm
Width1,830 mm1,795 mm
Height1,675 mm1,609 mm
Wheelbase2,620 mm2,600 mm
Weight—1,351 kg
Fuel Tank—45 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space380 litres✓330 litres
Front Tyre215/60R17215/60R17
Rear Tyre215/60R17215/60R17
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair KitSpace Saver
Factory TyresWestlake SU318aGitiComfort F50
Wiper Blade (Driver)—24 inch
Wiper Blade (Passenger)—18 inch
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion Beam
Front Wheels17" Alloy17" Alloys
Rear Wheels17" Alloy17" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
Airbags6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm—✓
Immobilizer✓—
Airbag Disable Function✓—
Child Safety LockManual For Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System—✓
ISOFIXAvailable on Outer Two Rear SeatsAvailable on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes—
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionNo
Collision Warning✓—
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsFor All Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Reflector
TaillampsLED CombinationFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights✓✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsPower-adjustable Front SeatsManual Adjustable
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control System
Rear Air-con—Rear Vents
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front2 Front
Audio15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers✓✓
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlPassive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationRemote Control Activation
Parking Sensor Front2 Sensors2 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, with 360-degree CameraYes
Folding Wing Mirrors✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
Navigation✓✓
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 kmUnlimited✓
Warranty Manufacturer6 years✓5 years
Warranty Notes8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty6 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.

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Atto 2 vs X50 FAQ

How long does charging take?

The Atto 2's 51.1 kWh battery takes about 7.3 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 45 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 82 kW peak.

Which one is locally assembled?

The X50 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Atto 2 is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.

Which has the better warranty?

The Atto 2 carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the X50. Atto 2: 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty. X50: 6 Times Free Labour Servicing.

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