Car Buyer's Guide

BYD Atto 3 vs Proton X70

BYD Atto 3

BYD Atto 3

Proton X70

Proton X70

Verdict

The X70 has a 16% bigger boot, the X70 is about 15% cheaper, while the Atto 3 is 11% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 125,800RM 106,800
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCKD
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing
Capacity1,499 cc
Horsepower178 hp
Torque290 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInline
Timing TypeChain
FuelElectricPetrol
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower201 hp
Motor Torque310 Nm
Battery TypeLithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Capacity60.48 kWh
EV Range420 km
Charger Type (AC)Type 2
Charging Rate (AC)7 kW
Charger Type (DC)CCS
Charging Rate (DC)110 kW
V2L3.3 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission Name7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode
Gears7
Transmission ManufacturerGeely
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h7.3 seconds
Dimensions
Length4,455 mm4,532 mm
Width1,875 mm1,831 mm
Height1,615 mm1,694 mm
Wheelbase2,720 mm2,670 mm
Weight1,750 kg1,575 kg
Fuel Tank60 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space434 litres515 litres
Front Tyre235/50R18225/60R18
Rear Tyre235/50R18225/60R18
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair KitSpace Saver
Factory TyresContinental EcoContact 6 Q
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Malaysia (CKD)
ChassisUnibodyUnibody
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels18" Alloy18" Alloys
Rear Wheels18" Alloy18" Alloys
Front BrakesVentilated DiscsVentilated Discs
Rear BrakesSolid DiscsSolid Discs
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver 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 2 Outer Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionNo
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsFor All Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED Projector with Auto High BeamLED Reflector
TaillampsFull LEDLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower-adjustable Front Seats, VentilatedPower Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear AC Vents
SunroofPanoramic, Tilt and Slide
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadePanoramic Glass Roof Shade
Audio15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button with Remote Start
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop and GoPassive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationPowered BootPowered with Contactless Operation
Parking Sensor Front2 Sensors2 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, with 360-degree CameraYes, with 360-degree Camera
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer6 years5 years
Warranty Notes8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 160RM 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.

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