Verdict
At RM100,000, the BYD Atto 2 costs just RM20 more than the RM99,980 Mitsubishi Xpander, but the choice is not close if you need seven seats. The Xpander has a 2,775 mm wheelbase, three rows and a 495-litre boot; the Atto 2 is a five-seater with 380 litres. For an EV buyer, the Atto 2 brings 174 hp, 290 Nm, a 51.1-kWh battery and 345 km of range, plus six airbags and autonomous braking. Its 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time also gives it a clear performance figure the Xpander does not match on paper.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if five seats are enough and you want 345 km of electric range, 174 hp and far more active safety equipment.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if your priority is carrying seven people, a 495-litre boot and a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Powertrain: BYD Atto 2 has a 174 hp/290 Nm electric motor and 51.1-kWh battery; Mitsubishi Xpander has a 104 hp/141 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Seating and boot: BYD Atto 2 has 5 seats and 380 litres; Mitsubishi Xpander has 7 seats and 495 litres.
- Size: BYD Atto 2 is 4,310 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase; Mitsubishi Xpander is 4,475 mm long with a 2,775 mm wheelbase.
- Safety: BYD Atto 2 has 6 airbags and autonomous braking; Mitsubishi Xpander has 2 airbags and no autonomous braking listed.
- Infotainment: BYD Atto 2 has a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen with 6 speakers; Mitsubishi Xpander has a 9-inch touchscreen.
- Spare tyre: BYD Atto 2 has a tyre repair kit; Mitsubishi Xpander has a full-size spare tyre.
Atto 2
- 174 hp and 290 Nm electric motor with 345 km range.
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
- 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control.
- Only 5 seats versus the Xpander's 7.
- 380-litre boot versus the Xpander's 495 litres.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre.
Xpander
- Seven seats and a 495-litre boot.
- Longer 2,775 mm wheelbase.
- Full-size spare tyre and rear air vents with blower control.
- Only 2 airbags versus the Atto 2's 6, with no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist listed.
- 104 hp and 141 Nm versus the Atto 2's 174 hp and 290 Nm.
- 9-inch touchscreen versus a 15.6-inch rotating unit, and no navigation listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM99,980✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 75 mm × 84.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,775 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,240 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 495 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" 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) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| 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 & Xpander for sale
Atto 2 vs Xpander FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Mitsubishi Xpander better?
The Atto 2 is better for a five-seat EV with 345 km range, 174 hp and six airbags. The Xpander is better for family carrying, with seven seats, a 495-litre boot and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM20 more than the Mitsubishi Xpander.
Which one carries more people and luggage?
The Mitsubishi Xpander does. It has seven seats and a 495-litre boot, compared with the BYD Atto 2's five seats and 380-litre boot.
