Verdict
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM125,800, RM6,060 more than the iCaur 03, but its 201 hp/310 Nm motor cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 7.3 seconds versus 10.5 seconds. It also accepts 110 kW DC charging against 80 kW. The iCaur counters with a slightly larger 65.69 kWh battery, 426 km range and 450-litre boot, plus a longer 10-year/200,000-km battery warranty. For Malaysian buyers prioritising pace and faster long-distance charging, the Atto 3 earns its premium; the iCaur is the cheaper, roomier-load alternative.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if 7.3-second acceleration, 110 kW DC charging and 310 Nm matter more than a RM6,060 saving.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you want the lower purchase price, 426 km range, 450-litre boot and longer battery coverage.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; iCaur 03 RM119,740.
- Performance: BYD Atto 3 201 hp, 310 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds; iCaur 03 181 hp, 220 Nm and 10.5 seconds.
- Battery and range: BYD Atto 3 60.48 kWh and 420 km; iCaur 03 65.69 kWh and 426 km.
- DC charging: BYD Atto 3 110 kW; iCaur 03 80 kW.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 3 434 litres; iCaur 03 450 litres.
- Battery warranty: BYD Atto 3 8 years/160,000 km; iCaur 03 10 years/200,000 km.
Atto 3
- Quicker 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Higher 110 kW DC charging rate.
- More power and torque: 201 hp and 310 Nm.
- Costs RM6,060 more.
- Smaller 60.48 kWh battery and 420 km range.
- Shorter 8-year/160,000-km battery warranty.
03
- Lower purchase price and RM140 annual road tax.
- Larger 65.69 kWh battery, 426 km range and 450-litre boot.
- 10-year/200,000-km battery and drive-unit coverage.
- Slower 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Lower 80 kW DC charging rate.
- Less motor output: 181 hp and 220 Nm.
What the Atto 3 has over the 03
What the 03 has over the Atto 3
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800 | RM119,740✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM140✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,285/mo | RM1,220/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,519 | RM3,361✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,280✓ | RM1,370 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.40✓ | RM6.85 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM24,791 | RM24,356✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.6 hours✓ | 10.0 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 40 min✓ | 55 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 220 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | 65.69 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 420 km | 426 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW✓ | 80 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.2 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✓ | 10.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,406 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,910 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,775 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 450 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | GitiControl P10 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 17 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 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 | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 Ventilation |
| 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 Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| 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 Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | Power battery 10-yr/200,000 km; drive unit and HV components 10-yr/200,000 km; one-to-one battery replacement below 60% health |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Atto 3 vs 03 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or iCaur 03 better?
The BYD Atto 3 is better for outright performance and faster DC charging, reaching 100 km/h 3.2 seconds sooner and accepting 30 kW more DC power. The iCaur 03 is better for lower upfront cost, marginally longer range, boot space and battery coverage.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM6,060 more than the iCaur 03. That gap brings 201 hp instead of 181 hp, 310 Nm instead of 220 Nm, and 110 kW rather than 80 kW DC charging.
Which has the better battery warranty?
The iCaur 03 has the stronger battery cover at 10 years/200,000 km, compared with the BYD Atto 3's 8 years/160,000 km. Its drive unit and high-voltage components also receive 10 years/200,000 km of coverage.
How long does charging take?
The Atto 3's 60.5 kWh battery takes about 8.6 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 40 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 110 kW peak. The 03's 65.7 kWh battery takes about 10.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 80 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The 03 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Atto 3 is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.