Perodua QV-E vs Seres 3
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the BYD Atto 3 QV-E offers a compelling package at RM 80,000, featuring 201 hp and a range of 370 km, making it a more powerful and efficient choice compared to the 161 hp, RM 95,000 Honda 3 with a 340 km range. The QV-E's lower price and superior performance make it an attractive option for those looking to enter the electric SUV market.
Pick the QV-E if you want a more powerful electric SUV with a longer range at a lower price.
Pick the 3 if you prefer a larger boot space and a more premium assembly quality.
Key differences
- Price: RM 80,000 (QV-E) | RM 95,000 (3)
- Power: 201 hp (QV-E) | 161 hp (3)
- EV range: 370 km (QV-E) | 340 km (3)
- Boot space: 320 L (QV-E) | 525 L (3)
- Assembly: CKD (QV-E) | CBU (3)
- Height: 1,502 mm (QV-E) | 1,650 mm (3)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 80,000✓ | RM 95,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Engine | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 201 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 7.5 s | — |
| Top speed | 165 km/h | — |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 52.5 kWh | 53.6 kWh✓ |
| EV range | 370 km✓ | 340 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,170 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,502 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Boot space | 320 L | 525 L✓ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 6 | — |
| 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.
QV-E
- More powerful with 201 hp
- Longer EV range of 370 km
- Lower price at RM 80,000
- Smaller boot space at 320 L
- Lower height may affect driving position
- CKD assembly may imply lower perceived quality
3
- Larger boot space of 525 L
- More premium CBU assembly
- Slightly taller for better visibility
- Higher price at RM 95,000
- Lower power output at 161 hp
- Shorter EV range of 340 km
QV-E vs 3 FAQ
Is the QV-E or 3 better?
The QV-E is better for performance and price, while the 3 offers more boot space and premium assembly.
What is the price difference?
The QV-E is priced at RM 80,000, while the 3 costs RM 95,000, making the QV-E RM 15,000 cheaper.
What is the warranty for each model?
The QV-E comes with a 6-year warranty, while the 3 does not specify a warranty period.