Car Buyer's Guide

BYD Atto 3 vs MG HS

BYD Atto 3

BYD Atto 3

MG HS

MG HS

Verdict

The Atto 3 is 20% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

What the Atto 3 has over the HS

Blind Spot Info SystemAutonomous Braking SystemLane-keeping AssistCollision WarningAuto WipersParking Sensor Front

What the HS has over the Atto 3

AlarmTiptronicNavigation

Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.

Atto 3 4,455 × 1,875 × 1,615 mm · wheelbase 2,720 mmHS 4,574 × 1,876 × 1,664 mm · wheelbase 2,720 mm
1,6154,455 mmWheelbase 2,720 mm1,6644,574 mmWheelbase 2,720 mm

Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.

Price & overview
PriceRM125,800✓RM129,900
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM160RM120✓
Monthly instalment (est.)RM1,285/mo✓RM1,325/mo
Insurance / year (est.)RM3,519✓RM3,657
Fuel or electricity / year (est.)RM1,280—
Energy cost / 100 km (est.)RM6.40—
5-year running costs (est.)RM24,791—
Charging (estimated)
AC charge 0–100% (est.)8.6 hours—
DC charge 10–80% (est.)40 min—
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing
Capacity—1,490 cc
Horsepower—160 hp at 5,600 rpm
Torque—250 Nm at 4,400 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement—Inline 4
FuelElectricPetrol
Bore × Stroke—74 mm × 86.6 mm
Compression Ratio—11.5
Number of Motors1—
Motor Horsepower201 hp—
Motor Torque310 Nm—
Battery Capacity60.48 kWh—
EV Range420 km—
Charging Rate (AC)7 kW—
Charging Rate (DC)110 kW—
V2L3.3 kW—
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticDual-clutch Automatic (Dry)
Transmission Name—7-speed, Twin-clutch Transmission
Gears—7
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h7.3 seconds—
Dimensions
Length4,455 mm4,574 mm
Width1,875 mm1,876 mm
Height1,615 mm1,664 mm
Wheelbase2,720 mm2,720 mm
Weight1,750 kg—
Fuel Tank—55 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space434 litres463 litres✓
Front Tyre235/50R18215/60R17
Rear Tyre235/50R18215/60R17
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair KitSpace Saver
Factory TyresContinental EcoContact 6 QMaxxis Bravo HPM5
Wiper Blade (Driver)24 inch—
Wiper Blade (Passenger)17 inch—
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Thailand (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels18" Alloy17" Alloys
Rear Wheels18" Alloy17" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
Airbags6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm—✓
Immobilizer✓✓
Airbag Disable Function✓✓
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual For Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System✓—
ISOFIXAvailable for Two Outer Rear Passenger SeatsAvailable On Outer Two Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes—
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionNo
Collision Warning✓—
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED Projector with Auto High BeamLED Projector
TaillampsFull LEDLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights✓✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsPower-adjustable Front Seats, VentilatedPowered Driver Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear AC vents
SunroofPanoramic, Tilt and SlidePanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear1 Front, 4 USB
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadePanoramic Glass Roof ShadeSunroof Shade
Audio15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers✓—
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop and GoPassive Cruise Control
Tiptronic—✓
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Boot OperationPowered BootManual Operation
Parking Sensor Front2 Sensors—
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, with 360-degree CameraYes
Folding Wing Mirrors✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
Navigation—✓
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorDigital/Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 kmUnlimited✓
Warranty Manufacturer6 years✓5 years
Warranty Notes8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain

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 HS FAQ

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 has the better warranty?

The Atto 3 carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the HS. Atto 3: 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty. HS: 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain.

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