Verdict
At RM125,800, the BYD Atto 3 costs RM2,000 more than the RM123,800 GAC Emkoo, but takes a very different route. Its 201 hp, 310 Nm motor reaches 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds and its 60.48 kWh battery is rated for 420 km, with 110 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L. The Emkoo counters with a 638-litre boot, 19-inch wheels and a 55-litre petrol tank. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge regularly, the Atto 3’s EV hardware is the stronger case; the Emkoo is the roomier petrol alternative.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you can charge at home or work and want 420 km EV range, 7.3-second acceleration and V2L power.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want the RM2,000 cheaper SUV with a much larger 638-litre boot, 19-inch wheels and petrol refuelling.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; GAC Emkoo RM123,800.
- Performance: BYD Atto 3 201 hp/310 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds; GAC Emkoo 175 hp/270 Nm and 8.8 seconds.
- Energy storage: BYD Atto 3 60.48 kWh battery with 420 km EV range; GAC Emkoo 55-litre petrol tank.
- Charging/V2L: BYD Atto 3 supports 7 kW AC, 110 kW DC and 3.3 kW V2L; GAC Emkoo has no charging or V2L system.
- Cargo space: BYD Atto 3 434 litres; GAC Emkoo 638 litres.
- Size: BYD Atto 3 is 4,455 mm long with a 2,720 mm wheelbase; GAC Emkoo is 4,680 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase.
Atto 3
- 420 km EV range from a 60.48 kWh battery
- Quicker 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 110 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- RM2,000 pricier
- 434-litre boot is 204 litres smaller
- 18-inch wheels versus the Emkoo’s 19-inch set
Emkoo
- 638-litre boot
- RM2,000 lower price
- 19-inch wheels and six front and six rear parking sensors
- Slower 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- No EV range, DC charging or V2L capability
- Five-year manufacturer warranty versus six years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800 | RM123,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 175 hp |
| Torque | — | 270 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds✓ | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 190 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,680 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 638 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Two-tone 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 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer 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 Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| 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 |
| 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 | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-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 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 | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain 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 & Emkoo for sale
Atto 3 vs Emkoo FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or GAC Emkoo better?
The BYD Atto 3 is better for drivers with dependable charging, thanks to its 420 km range, 110 kW DC charging and 7.3-second sprint. The GAC Emkoo is better if boot space and petrol refuelling matter more, with 638 litres versus 434 litres.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM2,000 more than the GAC Emkoo. Its higher price brings a 60.48 kWh battery, 420 km claimed range, 110 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
Which has the larger boot?
The GAC Emkoo has the larger boot at 638 litres, compared with 434 litres in the BYD Atto 3. That is a 204-litre advantage for the Emkoo.