Verdict
These five-seat EV SUVs both quote 420 km of range, so the Leapmotor C10’s 69.9-kWh battery does not translate into a longer official driving distance than the BYD Atto 3’s 60.48-kWh pack. The C10 is 284 mm longer with a 105 mm longer wheelbase, useful for buyers prioritising cabin footprint, although its 435-litre boot is just one litre ahead. It has 215 hp and rear-wheel drive, but carries 230 kg more. For Malaysian intercity use, the Atto 3’s 110-kW DC charging ceiling against 84 kW is the sharper advantage.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if faster 110-kW DC charging, a 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time and 3.3-kW V2L matter more than extra exterior size.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you want the larger D-segment body, 2,825-mm wheelbase, 215-hp rear-wheel-drive layout and 11-kW AC charging.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; Leapmotor C10 RM129,000.
- Motor output: Atto 3 201 hp and 310 Nm; C10 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Battery and range: Atto 3 60.48 kWh and 420 km; C10 69.9 kWh and 420 km.
- Charging: Atto 3 7 kW AC and 110 kW DC; C10 11 kW AC and 84 kW DC.
- Size: Atto 3 is 4,455 mm long with a 2,720-mm wheelbase; C10 is 4,739 mm long with a 2,825-mm wheelbase.
- V2L and weight: Atto 3 supplies 3.3 kW and weighs 1,750 kg; C10 supplies 1.7 kW and weighs 1,980 kg.
Atto 3
- 110-kW DC charging maximum
- Quicker 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 3.3-kW V2L output
- 7-kW AC charging versus the C10’s 11 kW
- Less powerful 201-hp, 310-Nm motor
- Shorter 2,720-mm wheelbase
C10
- Larger 4,739-mm body and 2,825-mm wheelbase
- 215 hp, 320 Nm and rear-wheel drive
- 11-kW AC charging, navigation and 12-speaker audio
- 84-kW DC charging maximum versus 110 kW
- Slower 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- 1.7-kW V2L output and RM200 annual road tax
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800✓ | RM129,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | 69.9 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 420 km | 420 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW✓ | 84 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 1.7 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✓ | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 435 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 245/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 245/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 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 | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| 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 | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| 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 & Ambient Lights |
| 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround 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 (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery 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 & C10 for sale
Atto 3 vs C10 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or Leapmotor C10 better?
The Atto 3 is the better choice for faster DC charging, quicker acceleration and stronger V2L output. Choose the C10 instead for its larger dimensions, longer wheelbase, stronger motor and 11-kW AC charging.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor C10 costs RM3,200 more than the BYD Atto 3: RM129,000 versus RM125,800.
Which one charges faster?
The C10 charges faster on AC power at 11 kW versus 7 kW. The Atto 3 is faster at DC chargers, with a 110-kW maximum against the C10’s 84 kW.