Verdict
At RM125,800, the BYD Atto 3 undercuts the RM139,800 GWM Haval H6 by RM14,000 and brings a 60.48-kWh battery, 420-km EV range and 110-kW DC charging. It is also quicker to 100 km/h, at 7.3 seconds versus 7.7 seconds. The H6 is the more practical family SUV: its 560-litre boot is 126 litres larger, it has a 61-litre fuel tank, and its 2,738-mm wheelbase is 18 mm longer. Choose based on charging access and luggage needs, not badge or segment; both are front-wheel-drive C-segment SUVs with five seats.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you can charge regularly and want RM14,000 in your pocket, 420 km of EV range and 110-kW DC charging.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you need the 560-litre boot, a 61-litre fuel tank and longer 7-year/200,000-km vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; GWM Haval H6 RM139,800.
- Powertrain: Atto 3 has a 201-hp, 310-Nm motor and 60.48-kWh battery; H6 has a 1,497-cc turbo hybrid engine rated at 147 hp and 230 Nm plus a 175-hp, 300-Nm…
- EV capability: Atto 3 claims 420 km, 7-kW AC and 110-kW DC charging; H6 has no EV range or charging rate stated.
- Boot space: Atto 3 434 litres; H6 560 litres.
- Performance: Atto 3 reaches 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds; H6 takes 7.7 seconds.
- Warranty: Atto 3 gets 6 years/150,000 km; H6 gets 7 years/200,000 km.
Atto 3
- RM14,000 lower purchase price
- 420-km EV range with 110-kW DC charging
- Quicker 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 434-litre boot trails the H6 by 126 litres
- 6-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty is shorter than the H6's
- Two front and four rear parking sensors versus the H6's six front and six rear
Haval H6
- 560-litre boot and 61-litre fuel tank
- 7-year/200,000-km vehicle warranty
- Matrix LED projector headlamps, head-up display and dual-zone climate control
- Costs RM14,000 more
- 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.4 seconds slower
- No 420-km EV range, 7-kW AC charging or 110-kW DC charging
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800✓ | RM139,800 |
| 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 Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 147 hp |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 175 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 300 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 | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,683 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,886 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,738 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,720 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 61 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 560 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" 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 Front 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 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 | Matrix LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-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, 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 | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 8-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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| 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, with 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 10-year/1,000,000 km Engine 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 & Haval H6 for sale
Atto 3 vs Haval H6 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or GWM Haval H6 better?
The Atto 3 is the better choice for drivers with regular charging access, thanks to its 420-km EV range, 110-kW DC charging and RM14,000 lower price. The H6 suits buyers who prioritise a 560-litre boot, fuel tank and longer vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM125,800 and the GWM Haval H6 costs RM139,800, so the H6 is RM14,000 more expensive.
Which is more practical for family luggage?
The GWM Haval H6 is more useful for luggage, with a 560-litre boot versus the BYD Atto 3's 434 litres. Its wheelbase is also 2,738 mm, compared with 2,720 mm for the Atto 3.