Verdict
These two C-segment EV SUVs are close on purchase price, but they suit different daily jobs. The BYD Atto 3 carries 201 hp and 310 Nm against the iCaur 03’s 181 hp and 220 Nm, while its 420 km range is 65 km further despite a smaller 60.48 kWh battery. Its 434-litre boot is also 170 litres larger. The iCaur counters with rear-wheel drive, a 65.69 kWh battery, dual-zone climate control, rear-seat ventilation and a 12-speaker Infinity system. For Malaysian family use and longer charging stops, the Atto 3 is the more practical call.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you want 420 km of range, 110 kW DC charging and a 434-litre boot.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you prefer rear-wheel drive, dual-zone air-con, rear-seat ventilation and a 12-speaker Infinity audio system.
Key differences
- Motor output: BYD Atto 3 201 hp/310 Nm; iCaur 03 181 hp/220 Nm
- Battery and range: BYD Atto 3 60.48 kWh/420 km; iCaur 03 65.69 kWh/355 km
- DC charging: BYD Atto 3 110 kW; iCaur 03 80 kW
- Driveline: BYD Atto 3 front-wheel drive; iCaur 03 rear-wheel drive
- Boot space: BYD Atto 3 434 litres; iCaur 03 264 litres
- Dimensions: BYD Atto 3 4,455 mm long and 1,615 mm tall; iCaur 03 4,406 mm long and 1,715 mm tall
Atto 3
- 65 km more quoted EV range
- 110 kW DC charging
- 170 litres more boot space
- Single-zone automatic climate control versus dual-zone in the iCaur 03
- Six-speaker audio versus the iCaur 03’s 12-speaker Infinity system
- Front-wheel drive versus rear-wheel drive
03
- RM6,000 lower purchase price
- Dual-zone automatic climate control and ventilated rear seats
- 12-speaker Infinity sound system
- 355 km range is 65 km shorter
- 80 kW DC charging is 30 kW lower
- 264-litre boot is 170 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800 | RM119,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM140✓ |
| 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✓ | 355 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 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 | — |
| 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 | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres✓ | 264 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 | Chao Yang Radial RP76 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| 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 | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components |
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.
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Atto 3 vs 03 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or iCaur 03 better?
The BYD Atto 3 is the better all-rounder for longer trips and family luggage: it has 420 km of range, 110 kW DC charging and a 434-litre boot. Choose the iCaur 03 for rear-wheel drive and its richer cabin equipment.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM125,800 and the iCaur 03 costs RM119,800, so the iCaur is RM6,000 cheaper. The Atto 3’s annual road tax is RM160, compared with RM140 for the iCaur 03.
Which one charges faster?
The BYD Atto 3 has the higher quoted DC charging rate at 110 kW, against 80 kW for the iCaur 03. It also has a stated 7 kW AC charging rate; no AC charging figure is stated for the iCaur 03.