BYD Atto 3 vs Dongfeng Vigo
Verdict
The BYD Atto 3 asks RM125,800 against RM108,888 for the Dongfeng Vigo, so the gap is RM16,912. For that, the Atto 3 gets a stronger 201 hp motor, quicker 7.3-second century sprint, a 60.5 kWh battery and 420 km range. The Vigo answers with a useful 500-litre boot, lower RM120 annual road tax and only gives up 40 km of range. Both are C-segment, five-seat, front-drive EV SUVs with six airbags and AEB, so the decision is pace and range versus load space and cash.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you want the quicker, longer-range EV SUV and can justify paying RM16,912 more.
Pick the Dongfeng Vigo if boot space, lower purchase price and lower annual road tax matter more than acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; Dongfeng Vigo RM108,888
- Power: BYD Atto 3 201 hp; Dongfeng Vigo 161 hp
- 0-100 km/h: BYD Atto 3 7.3 s; Dongfeng Vigo 9.5 s
- Battery and range: BYD Atto 3 60.5 kWh/420 km; Dongfeng Vigo 51.9 kWh/380 km
- Boot space: BYD Atto 3 434 L; Dongfeng Vigo 500 L
- Road tax: BYD Atto 3 RM160/year; Dongfeng Vigo RM120/year
Atto 3
- Stronger 201 hp single-motor setup
- Quicker 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- Longer 420 km EV range
- RM16,912 dearer to buy
- Smaller 434-litre boot
- Higher RM160 annual road tax
Vigo
- Lower RM108,888 price
- Larger 500-litre boot
- Lower RM120 annual road tax
- Lower 161 hp output
- Slower 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Shorter 380 km EV range
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 125,800 | RM 108,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 230 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | Lithium Iron Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh✓ | 51.87 kWh |
| EV Range | 420 km✓ | 380 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | 167 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,306 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,654 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Wanli Harmonic Plus |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear 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 Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC 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, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 12.8" 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, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160 | RM 120✓ |
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.
Atto 3 vs Vigo FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or Dongfeng Vigo better?
The BYD Atto 3 is better for performance and range, with 201 hp, 7.3 seconds to 100 km/h and 420 km range. The Dongfeng Vigo is better for value and boot space, at RM108,888 with 500 litres.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM125,800, while the Dongfeng Vigo costs RM108,888. That makes the Atto 3 RM16,912 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Dongfeng Vigo has the bigger boot at 500 litres. The BYD Atto 3 has 434 litres, so the Vigo gives you 66 litres more luggage space.