Verdict
At RM100,000, the Atto 2 is RM6,800 cheaper and brings a 174 hp/290 Nm motor, 51.1 kWh battery and 345 km EV range. Its 4,310 mm length suits tighter urban spaces, while its 380-litre boot beats the X90’s 257 litres. The RM106,800 X90 answers with a much larger 4,830 mm body, seven seats, rear blower-controlled air-con vents and a 1.5-litre 178 hp/290 Nm turbo petrol engine. For Malaysian family duty, its third row matters; for five occupants, the EV has stronger driver-assistance kit.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you want the lower-cost five-seat EV with 345 km of range, a larger boot and adaptive driver assistance.
Pick the Proton X90 if you need seven seats, a substantially longer cabin footprint and rear air-con for family trips.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Proton X90 RM106,800.
- Output: Atto 2 174 hp and 290 Nm; X90 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Length: Atto 2 4,310 mm; X90 4,830 mm.
- Wheelbase: Atto 2 2,620 mm; X90 2,805 mm.
- Seats: Atto 2 five; X90 seven.
- Boot space: Atto 2 380 litres; X90 257 litres.
Atto 2
- RM6,800 lower purchase price.
- 51.1 kWh battery and 345 km EV range.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- Five seats versus the X90’s seven.
- No rear air-con vents or blower control.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the X90’s multi-link setup.
X90
- Seven-seat cabin with split-folding second and third rows.
- Rear air-con vents with blower control.
- Longer 2,805 mm wheelbase and multi-link rear suspension.
- RM6,800 dearer than the Atto 2.
- 257-litre boot is 123 litres smaller.
- Passive cruise control only; no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000✓ | RM106,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| 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 | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,764 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,805 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 257 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Giti Control P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-Link |
| 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) | 6 (Driver and 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 | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on two middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic 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, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6-speaker Dirac Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto and 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/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 & X90 for sale
Atto 2 vs X90 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Proton X90 better?
The Atto 2 is the better pick for a five-seat EV buyer, with 345 km range, a 380-litre boot and more driver assistance. Choose the X90 if seven seats, rear air-con and a larger body are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 costs RM6,800 less than the Proton X90.
Which is better for a large family?
The Proton X90 is better for a large family because it has seven seats, a 2,805 mm wheelbase, rear blower-controlled air-con and USB ports for all three seating rows.
