Verdict
At RM100,000, the Atto 2 costs just RM100 more than the RM99,900 Yaris Cross, yet its 174 hp and 290 Nm motor delivers a stated 7.9-second 0-100 km/h run and 345 km of EV range from a 51.1 kWh battery. It makes sense for Malaysians with dependable home or workplace charging, while 82 kW DC charging helps on intercity runs. The Toyota counters with a 471-litre boot against 380 litres, 18-inch wheels, rear air vents and Malaysian CKD assembly. Its 42-litre petrol tank suits buyers without convenient charging.
Pick the BYD Atto 2 if you can charge regularly and want 174 hp, 290 Nm, a 345 km EV range and stronger in-car tech for virtually the same money.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if petrol convenience, a 471-litre boot, rear air vents and blind-spot monitoring matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 2 RM100,000; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Power and torque: BYD Atto 2 174 hp and 290 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Energy storage: BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh battery and 345 km range; Toyota Yaris Cross 42-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 2 380 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Wheels: BYD Atto 2 17-inch alloys; Toyota Yaris Cross 18-inch two-tone alloys.
- Manufacturer warranty: BYD Atto 2 six years/150,000 km; Toyota Yaris Cross five years/unlimited mileage.
Atto 2
- 174 hp and 290 Nm electric motor with a stated 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 51.1 kWh battery, 345 km range, 82 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- 15.6-inch rotating screen, six speakers, wireless charger and four rear parking sensors.
- 380-litre boot is 91 litres smaller than the Yaris Cross’s 471 litres.
- No blind-spot information system, where the Yaris Cross has one.
- No rear air vents, front foglamps or rear centre armrest.
Yaris Cross
- 471-litre boot, 18-inch two-tone alloys and a steel spare wheel.
- Blind-spot information system, alarm and front foglamps.
- Rear air vents, rear centre armrest and powered boot.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm fall well short of the Atto 2’s 174 hp and 290 Nm.
- No battery range, DC charging or V2L capability; it relies on a 42-litre petrol tank.
- Smaller 10.1-inch screen and four-speaker audio system versus the Atto 2’s 15.6-inch display and six speakers.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| 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 | CVT Automatic |
| 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 | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Westlake SU318a | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| 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 |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 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 | 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 & Yaris Cross for sale
Atto 2 vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 2 or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Atto 2 is the better choice if regular charging is practical: it has 174 hp, 290 Nm, 345 km of stated range and 82 kW DC charging. Choose the Yaris Cross for petrol convenience, a larger 471-litre boot and blind-spot monitoring.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 2 is RM100 more expensive: RM100,000 versus RM99,900 for the Toyota Yaris Cross.
Which has more boot space?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the larger boot at 471 litres, compared with 380 litres in the BYD Atto 2. That is a 91-litre advantage for the Toyota.
