Verdict
At RM125,800, the BYD Atto 3 costs RM4,000 less than the RM129,800 Jetour T1 and brings a 201 hp, 310 Nm electric motor, 60.48 kWh battery and claimed 420 km range. Its 110 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L suit buyers with access to charging. The locally assembled T1 answers with a 168 hp/270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol drivetrain, a much larger 574-litre boot and a 70-litre fuel tank. It is the roomier SUV, but the Atto 3 is better equipped in several cabin details.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you can charge regularly and want 420 km EV range, V2L and powered, ventilated front seats for RM4,000 less.
Pick the Jetour T1 if you need its 574-litre boot, larger 4,705 mm body and petrol refuelling convenience.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; Jetour T1 RM129,800.
- Powertrain: Atto 3 has a 201 hp/310 Nm electric motor; T1 has a 168 hp/270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Dimensions: Atto 3 is 4,455 mm long with a 2,720 mm wheelbase; T1 is 4,705 mm long with a 2,800 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Atto 3 has 434 litres; T1 has 574 litres.
- Energy storage: Atto 3 has a 60.48 kWh battery and 420 km range; T1 has a 70-litre fuel tank.
- Warranty: Atto 3 has a six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty; T1 has a seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
Atto 3
- RM4,000 lower purchase price
- 420 km claimed EV range with 110 kW DC charging
- Powered and ventilated front seats plus panoramic sunroof
- 434-litre boot is 140 litres smaller
- Six-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter
- No alarm or front foglamps
T1
- 574-litre boot
- 250 mm longer body and 80 mm longer wheelbase
- Seven-year vehicle warranty and 10-year/1,000,000-km engine warranty
- Costs RM4,000 more
- No sunroof
- Only the driver's seat is power-adjustable, and it lacks front-seat ventilation
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800✓ | RM129,800 |
| 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 with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 168 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) |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,967 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,632 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/65R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/65R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Apex Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Apex 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 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 for 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| 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 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 10 Years, 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 & T1 for sale
Atto 3 vs T1 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or Jetour T1 better?
The Atto 3 is the better choice for regular home or workplace charging, with 420 km claimed range, 110 kW DC charging and V2L. The T1 is better if boot capacity and petrol refuelling matter more, providing 574 litres versus 434 litres.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM125,800 and the Jetour T1 costs RM129,800, so the Jetour is RM4,000 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Jetour T1 has the larger boot at 574 litres, 140 litres more than the BYD Atto 3's 434 litres.