Verdict
At RM100,000, the BYD Atto 2 costs RM5,000 more than the Seres 3, but brings 174 hp, 345 km of range, 82 kW DC charging and a proper active-safety suite with autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist. Its 380-litre boot is the trade-off. The Seres 3’s 525-litre luggage space, 11 kW AC charging and 300 Nm motor torque suit buyers prioritising family carrying capacity and regular AC charging. But the Atto 2 is the more complete daily EV, including 3.3 kW V2L and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you want faster 82 kW DC charging, 345 km range and autonomous braking with lane-keeping assist.
Pick the Seres 3 if a 525-litre boot, 11 kW AC charging and the lower entry price matter more than driver assistance features.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Seres 3 RM95,000.
- Motor output: BYD Atto 2 174 hp and 290 Nm; Seres 3 161 hp and 300 Nm.
- Battery and range: BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh and 345 km; Seres 3 53.6 kWh and 340 km.
- Charging: BYD Atto 2 7 kW AC and 82 kW DC; Seres 3 11 kW AC and 60 kW DC.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 2 380 litres; Seres 3 525 litres.
- Driver assistance: BYD Atto 2 gets autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist; Seres 3 gets neither.
Atto 2
- 82 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and 360-degree camera
- 345 km range and 174 hp
- 380-litre boot is 145 litres smaller
- 7 kW AC charging trails the Seres 3's 11 kW
- Costs RM5,000 more
3
- 525-litre boot
- 11 kW AC charging
- 300 Nm motor torque and space-saver spare tyre
- 60 kW DC charging is slower
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- 340 km range is 5 km lower
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM95,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 174 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 51.1 kWh | 53.6 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 345 km✓ | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 82 kW✓ | 60 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,650 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC 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, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 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 | 160,000 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 | — |
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 & 3 for sale
Atto 2 vs 3 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Seres 3 better?
The BYD Atto 2 is the better all-round choice for its 82 kW DC charging, 345 km range, V2L, 360-degree camera and active safety systems. Choose the Seres 3 instead if its much larger 525-litre boot and 11 kW AC charging are your priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM5,000 more than the Seres 3. That gap buys faster 82 kW DC charging instead of 60 kW, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, V2L and a 360-degree camera.
Which has the better charging setup?
The Atto 2 is better for DC fast charging at 82 kW versus 60 kW. The Seres 3 is better on AC charging at 11 kW versus 7 kW, so it suits buyers with access to an 11 kW AC charger.