Verdict
At RM100,000, the BYD Atto 2 undercuts the RM115,900 Honda HR-V by RM15,900 while bringing 174 hp, 290 Nm and a 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time against 119 hp, 145 Nm and 12.1 seconds. Its 51.1-kWh battery is rated for 345 km, and it has the larger 380-litre boot. The HR-V counters with a 40-litre petrol tank, 186 km/h top speed and Malaysian CKD assembly. Pick the Atto 2 if charging access suits your routine; choose the Honda for petrol refuelling and unlimited-mileage warranty cover.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you want a RM15,900 saving, 345 km electric range and much stronger 174 hp/290 Nm performance.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you need petrol refuelling, a 40-litre fuel tank and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Honda HR-V RM115,900.
- Power and torque: BYD Atto 2 174 hp and 290 Nm; Honda HR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BYD Atto 2 7.9 seconds; Honda HR-V 12.1 seconds.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 2 380 litres; Honda HR-V 335 litres.
- Airbags: BYD Atto 2 six; Honda HR-V four.
- Warranty: BYD Atto 2 six years/150,000 km; Honda HR-V five years/unlimited mileage.
Atto 2
- 174 hp and 290 Nm with 7.9-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 345 km range from a 51.1-kWh battery, plus 82 kW DC charging.
- Six airbags, 380-litre boot and 360-degree camera.
- 160 km/h top speed versus the HR-V's 186 km/h.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the HR-V's space-saver spare tyre.
- Six-year warranty is capped at 150,000 km; the HR-V's five-year cover has no mileage limit.
HR-V
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- 40-litre petrol tank and 186 km/h top speed.
- ULTRA Seat rear-seat function and a space-saver spare tyre.
- RM15,900 dearer than the Atto 2.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm, with a slower 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Four airbags and a 335-litre boot, against six airbags and 380 litres in the Atto 2.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM115,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 73 mm × 89.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 174 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 51.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 345 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 82 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds✓ | 12.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 186 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,347 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,274 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 335 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent 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 | — |
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.
Used Atto 2 & HR-V for sale
Atto 2 vs HR-V FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Honda HR-V better?
The Atto 2 is the stronger buy if you can charge regularly: it costs less, reaches 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds and has a 380-litre boot. The HR-V suits drivers who require petrol refuelling and unlimited-mileage warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 is RM15,900 cheaper than the Honda HR-V.
Which has better safety equipment?
Both have autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction, stability control and rear parking sensors. The Atto 2 has six airbags to the HR-V's four, plus front parking sensors and a 360-degree camera; the HR-V has a multi-angle reverse camera.
