BYD Atto 3 vs MG HS
Verdict
At RM125,800, the BYD Atto 3 undercuts the RM129,900 MG HS by RM4,100 and brings a 201 hp front motor, 60.5 kWh battery and 420 km range. It also gets a quoted 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time, AEB and a six-year warranty. The MG fights back with petrol refuelling, 160 hp and 250 Nm, a 55-litre tank, lower RM120 road tax and more luggage room at 463 litres versus 434 litres. Same 2,720 mm wheelbase, different priorities.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you want the cheaper car, EV running, stronger 201 hp output, 420 km range and the longer six-year warranty.
Pick the MG HS if you want petrol refuelling, the bigger 463-litre boot, taller body and lower RM120 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; MG HS RM129,900
- Powertrain: BYD Atto 3 electric single motor; MG HS 1,490 cc petrol
- Power: BYD Atto 3 201 hp; MG HS 160 hp
- Boot space: BYD Atto 3 434 L; MG HS 463 L
- Warranty: BYD Atto 3 6 years; MG HS 5 years
- Road tax: BYD Atto 3 RM160/year; MG HS RM120/year
Atto 3
- RM4,100 cheaper to buy
- 201 hp motor and 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 60.5 kWh battery with 420 km EV range
- Smaller 434-litre boot
- Higher RM160 annual road tax
- No petrol tank; it runs on its 420 km EV range
HS
- Bigger 463-litre boot
- 55-litre fuel tank
- Lower RM120 annual road tax
- Costs RM4,100 more
- Lower quoted power at 160 hp
- Shorter five-year warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 125,800✓ | RM 129,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,490 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 160 hp |
| Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 74 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | — |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed, Twin-clutch Transmission |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,574 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,876 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 463 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Maxxis Bravo HPM5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-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, 4 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map 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 | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160 | RM 120✓ |
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.
Atto 3 vs HS FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or MG HS better?
The BYD Atto 3 is the stronger pick if EV use suits you: it is RM4,100 cheaper, has 201 hp, 420 km range, AEB and a six-year warranty. The MG HS answers with a bigger boot and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The MG HS costs RM4,100 more. The BYD Atto 3 is priced at RM125,800, while the MG HS is RM129,900.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The MG HS has the larger boot at 463 litres. The BYD Atto 3 has 434 litres, so the MG gives you an extra 29 litres while both cars share the same 2,720 mm wheelbase.