Verdict
The Atto 3 costs RM125,800 to the Sealion 7’s RM163,800, so the RM38,000 gap buys a 71.8-kWh battery and 520 km range rather than 60.48 kWh and 420 km, plus a 500-litre boot. Yet both charge at up to 110 kW DC and reach 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds. The Atto 3 is 375 mm shorter and 410 kg lighter, making it the more compact choice for daily Malaysian parking. Choose the Sealion 7 for its extra range, space and cabin kit, not outright acceleration.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if RM38,000 savings, a 4,455-mm body and the same 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than 100 km of extra listed range.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if you want 520 km of EV range, a 500-litre boot, rear-wheel drive and equipment such as a head-up display and navigation.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; BYD Sealion 7 RM163,800.
- Battery and range: BYD Atto 3 60.48 kWh and 420 km; BYD Sealion 7 71.8 kWh and 520 km.
- Motor output: BYD Atto 3 201 hp and 310 Nm; BYD Sealion 7 228 hp and 380 Nm.
- Size: BYD Atto 3 is 4,455 mm long with a 2,720-mm wheelbase; BYD Sealion 7 is 4,830 mm long with a 2,930-mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 3 434 litres; BYD Sealion 7 500 litres.
- Road tax: BYD Atto 3 RM160 yearly; BYD Sealion 7 RM220 yearly.
Atto 3
- RM38,000 cheaper to buy.
- 375 mm shorter and 410 kg lighter.
- Auto high beam and adaptive cruise control with stop and go.
- 420-km range trails the Sealion 7’s 520 km.
- 434-litre boot is 66 litres smaller.
- No navigation or head-up display.
Sealion 7
- 71.8-kWh battery delivers 520 km of range.
- 500-litre boot and 2,930-mm wheelbase.
- Gets navigation, a head-up display and Dynaudio HiFi audio.
- Costs RM38,000 more.
- RM220 annual road tax is RM60 higher.
- At 4,830 mm long and 2,160 kg, it is 375 mm longer and 410 kg heavier.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800✓ | RM163,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM220 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 228 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 380 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | 71.8 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 420 km | 520 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | 110 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,925 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,930 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 2,160 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" 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 and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Dynaudio HiFi Audio 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 with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 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 3 & Sealion 7 for sale
Atto 3 vs Sealion 7 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or BYD Sealion 7 better?
The Sealion 7 is better for range, boot space and added equipment, with 520 km, 500 litres, navigation and a head-up display. The Atto 3 is the better-value choice if 420 km range is sufficient, because both have 110 kW DC charging and a 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 costs RM38,000 more than the BYD Atto 3. It also has RM60 higher annual road tax.
Does the Sealion 7 charge faster than the Atto 3?
No. Both have 7 kW AC charging, 110 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability. The Sealion 7’s advantage is its larger 71.8-kWh battery and 520-km range, versus 60.48 kWh and 420 km for the Atto 3.