Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer able to charge at home or work, the BYD Atto 3 makes the stronger case: its 60.48-kWh battery is rated for 420 km, the 201-hp/310-Nm motor reaches 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds, and annual road tax is RM160 rather than RM440. It also brings adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. The Hyundai Tucson fights back with a useful 582-litre boot, 148 litres more than the BYD, plus an eight-year/160,000-km vehicle warranty. Petrol refuelling and that larger load bay still matter for some owners.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you can charge regularly and want 420 km of EV range, 201 hp and a fuller active-safety suite for less money.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson if you need its 582-litre boot, a 54-litre petrol tank and the longer eight-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Powertrain: BYD Atto 3 has a 201-hp, 310-Nm electric motor; Hyundai Tucson has a 154-hp, 192-Nm 1,999-cc petrol engine.
- Energy and tax: BYD Atto 3 has a 60.48-kWh battery, 420-km range and RM160 annual road tax; Hyundai Tucson has a 54-litre tank and RM440 annual road tax.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 3 has 434 litres; Hyundai Tucson has 582 litres.
- Dimensions: BYD Atto 3 is 4,455 mm long with a 2,720-mm wheelbase; Hyundai Tucson is 4,630 mm long with a 2,755-mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: BYD Atto 3 has a six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty; Hyundai Tucson has an eight-year/160,000-km vehicle warranty.
- Driver assistance: BYD Atto 3 has autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go; Hyundai Tucson has no autonomous braking and passive cruise…
Atto 3
- 420-km EV range from a 60.48-kWh battery
- 201 hp and 310 Nm, with a 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and 360-degree camera
- 434-litre boot is 148 litres smaller than the Tucson's
- Six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty is shorter than the Tucson's eight-year/160,000-km cover
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Tucson's space-saver spare
Tucson
- 582-litre boot
- Eight-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty
- Dual-zone climate control and a 54-litre petrol tank
- 154 hp and 192 Nm trail the Atto 3's 201 hp and 310 Nm
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist listed
- Manual front seats and no panoramic sunroof
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800✓ | RM143,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 154 hp |
| Torque | — | 192 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | — | 181 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,488 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 54 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 582 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" 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 |
| 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 for 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| 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 | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| 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 | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| 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 Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 160,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 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 & Tucson for sale
Atto 3 vs Tucson FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or Hyundai Tucson better?
The BYD Atto 3 is the better fit for drivers with dependable charging, thanks to 420 km of claimed range, 201 hp and active driver assistance. Choose the Hyundai Tucson for its 582-litre boot, petrol refuelling convenience and longer vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM125,800 and the Hyundai Tucson costs RM143,888, so the Tucson is RM18,088 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The Hyundai Tucson has the larger boot at 582 litres, versus 434 litres in the BYD Atto 3. That is a 148-litre advantage for the Tucson.