Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM3,391 gap to the BYD Atto 3 buys a 60.48 kWh battery, 420 km claimed range and a 201 hp, 310 Nm motor, plus RM160 annual road tax against the Mazda CX-30’s RM439. It is also roomier on paper, with a 2,720 mm wheelbase and 434-litre boot. The CX-30 counters with a lower entry price, 7 airbags to the BYD’s 6 and a 1,441 kg kerb weight versus 1,750 kg. Choose by charging access: the Atto 3’s EV case is strong, but the Mazda retains petrol convenience.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you can charge regularly and want 420 km claimed EV range, stronger 201 hp/310 Nm output and more active safety assistance.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you need petrol refuelling flexibility, prefer a RM3,391 lower purchase price and want seven airbags plus a head-up display.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Powertrain: BYD Atto 3 has a 201 hp, 310 Nm electric motor; Mazda CX-30 has a 162 hp, 213 Nm 1,998 cc petrol engine.
- Annual road tax: BYD Atto 3 RM160; Mazda CX-30 RM439.
- Wheelbase: BYD Atto 3 2,720 mm; Mazda CX-30 2,655 mm.
- Kerb weight: BYD Atto 3 1,750 kg; Mazda CX-30 1,441 kg.
- Airbags: BYD Atto 3 6; Mazda CX-30 7.
Atto 3
- 420 km claimed range from a 60.48 kWh battery.
- 201 hp and 310 Nm, ahead of the Mazda’s 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
- Costs RM3,391 more than the Mazda CX-30.
- Heavier at 1,750 kg versus 1,441 kg.
- Has six airbags to the Mazda’s seven.
CX-30
- Lower RM122,409 purchase price.
- Seven airbags and a head-up display.
- Lighter 1,441 kg kerb weight and a 51-litre petrol tank.
- Annual road tax is RM439, versus RM160 for the Atto 3.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist listed.
- Manual front-seat adjustment and manual air-conditioning.
What the Atto 3 has over the CX-30
What the CX-30 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.
The Atto 3's wheelbase is 65 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Atto 3 is 80 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800 | RM122,409✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM439 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,285/mo | RM1,250/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,519 | RM3,496✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,280✓ | RM2,547 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.40✓ | RM12.74 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM24,791✓ | RM32,411 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.6 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 40 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| 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 | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 196 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 17 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| 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 | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). 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 CX-30 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The Atto 3 is better for regular home or destination charging, lower RM160 road tax and stronger EV performance. The CX-30 is better if petrol refuelling flexibility, seven airbags and a lower purchase price matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM125,800 and the Mazda CX-30 costs RM122,409, so the Atto 3 is RM3,391 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The BYD Atto 3 is marginally ahead, with a 434-litre boot versus 430 litres in the Mazda CX-30. Both have 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
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.
Which one is locally assembled?
The CX-30 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.
Which has the better warranty?
The Atto 3 carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the CX-30. Atto 3: 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty. CX-30: 5-year/100,000 km Free Service.