Verdict
These two sit almost on top of each other in footprint: both are 4,310 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase. The BYD Atto 2 is the quicker, stronger urban SUV on paper, with 174 hp, a 51.1 kWh battery, 345 km EV range and 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time, plus AEB. The Toyota Yaris Cross answers with petrol simplicity, a 42-litre tank and a much larger 471-litre boot against 380 litres. For Malaysian buyers, this is performance and EV running versus cargo space and easy refuelling.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you can charge at home or work and want 174 hp, 345 km of EV range and AEB in a B-segment SUV.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you prioritise a 471-litre boot, petrol refuelling and CKD assembly over EV performance.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900
- Powertrain: BYD Atto 2 electric single motor; Toyota Yaris Cross 1,496 cc petrol engine
- Power: BYD Atto 2 174 hp; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp
- Dimensions: BYD Atto 2 4,310 x 1,830 x 1,675 mm; Toyota Yaris Cross 4,310 x 1,770 x 1,655 mm
- Boot space: BYD Atto 2 380 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres
- Warranty: BYD Atto 2 6 years; Toyota Yaris Cross 5 years
Atto 2
- 174 hp and 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 345 km EV range from a 51.1 kWh battery
- AEB and a six-year warranty
- 380-litre boot trails Toyota’s 471 litres
- Charging access matters with a 345 km EV range
Yaris Cross
- Bigger 471-litre boot
- 42-litre petrol tank for easy refuelling
- CKD assembly
- 105 hp is well below the BYD’s 174 hp
- Five-year warranty versus BYD’s six
- No AEB against the BYD’s AEB
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| 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 | CVT 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 | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| 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 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| 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 | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
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 & Yaris Cross for sale
Atto 2 vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The BYD Atto 2 is better if you want performance and EV running: 174 hp, 345 km range, 7.9 seconds to 100 km/h and AEB. The Toyota Yaris Cross is better if boot space and petrol refuelling matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Yaris Cross is RM100 cheaper: RM99,900 versus RM100,000 for the BYD Atto 2.
Which one has more boot space?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the bigger boot at 471 litres. The BYD Atto 2 has 380 litres, so the Toyota gives you 91 litres more luggage room.