Verdict
At RM123,800, the Update is the sharper used-car-minded buy: it matches the Facelift’s 201 hp, 310 Nm, 60.48 kWh battery, 420 km range and 7.3-second century sprint, while retaining seven airbags and a 440-litre boot. The RM2,000 dearer Facelift earns its keep for frequent long-distance EV use, lifting DC charging from 88 kW to 110 kW and adding 3.3 kW V2L. But it is 70 kg heavier, has one fewer airbag and a 434-litre boot.
Pick the Update if you want the lower entry price, seven airbags, dual-zone air-con and the larger 440-litre boot.
Pick the Facelift if faster 110 kW DC charging, 3.3 kW V2L, auto high beam and stop-and-go adaptive cruise control matter more.
Key differences
- Price: Update RM123,800; Facelift RM125,800.
- DC charging: Update 88 kW; Facelift 110 kW.
- V2L: Update none; Facelift 3.3 kW.
- Kerb weight: Update 1,680 kg; Facelift 1,750 kg.
- Boot space: Update 440 litres; Facelift 434 litres.
- Airbags: Update 7; Facelift 6.
Mk1 Update
- RM2,000 lower price
- Seven airbags
- Dual-zone automatic climate control and navigation
- 88 kW DC charging versus 110 kW
- No 3.3 kW V2L
Mk1 Facelift
- 110 kW DC charging
- 3.3 kW V2L
- Auto high beam and stop-and-go adaptive cruise control
- RM2,000 higher price
- Six airbags versus seven
- 70 kg heavier with a 434-litre boot
What the Mk1 Update has over the Mk1 Facelift
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800✓ | RM125,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM160 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,265/mo✓ | RM1,285/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,467✓ | RM3,519 |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,280 | RM1,280 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.40 | RM6.40 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM24,531✓ | RM24,791 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.6 hours | 8.6 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 50 min | 40 min✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | 60.48 kWh |
| EV Range | 420 km | 420 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 88 kW | 110 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,455 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,615 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,680 kg | 1,750 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 440 litres✓ | 434 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 17 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Dual-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Dual-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Far Side, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Front 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger 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 | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| 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 |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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 Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. 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 November 2026.
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Mk1 Update vs Mk1 Facelift FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 Mk1 Update or BYD Atto 3 Mk1 Facelift better?
The Facelift is better for charging convenience, with 110 kW DC capability and 3.3 kW V2L. The Update is the better value choice if those two items are not priorities, because its motor, battery, range and acceleration are identical.
What is the price difference?
The Facelift costs RM2,000 more than the Update. That gap buys 110 kW rather than 88 kW DC charging, 3.3 kW V2L, auto high beam and stop-and-go adaptive cruise control.
Do the Update and Facelift have the same range and performance?
Yes. Both use one 201 hp, 310 Nm front motor and a 60.48 kWh battery, with a quoted 420 km EV range and a 0-100 km/h time of 7.3 seconds.
How long does charging take?
The Mk1 Update's 60.5 kWh battery takes about 8.6 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 50 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 88 kW peak. The Mk1 Facelift'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.