Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer able to charge regularly, the Atto 3’s 60.48-kWh battery, 420-km range and 110-kW DC charging make the electric route properly usable, while its 201-hp, 310-Nm motor reaches 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds. The Jetour T1 counters with a 70-litre petrol tank, a substantially larger 574-litre boot and more cabin length. It is 250 mm longer and 225 mm taller, so it is the better fit when luggage space matters more than EV running. The Atto 3 is the sharper all-round pick; the T1 is the roomier petrol SUV.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you can use its 420-km EV range and want 201 hp, 310 Nm, 110-kW DC charging and a panoramic sunroof.
Pick the Jetour T1 if you need its 574-litre boot, 70-litre petrol tank, larger body and seven-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Powertrain: BYD Atto 3 has a 201-hp, 310-Nm electric motor; Jetour T1 has a 168-hp, 270-Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Energy storage: BYD Atto 3 has a 60.48-kWh battery and 420-km EV range; Jetour T1 has a 70-litre petrol tank.
- Charging: BYD Atto 3 supports 7-kW AC and 110-kW DC charging; Jetour T1 has no charging system.
- Boot space: BYD Atto 3 provides 434 litres; Jetour T1 provides 574 litres.
- Dimensions: BYD Atto 3 is 4,455 mm long and 1,615 mm tall; Jetour T1 is 4,705 mm long and 1,840 mm tall.
- Warranty: BYD Atto 3 has a six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty; Jetour T1 has a seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
Atto 3
- 420-km EV range from a 60.48-kWh battery.
- 201 hp and 310 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds.
- Ventilated power front seats, panoramic sunroof and front parking sensors.
- 434-litre boot is 140 litres smaller than the T1’s.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the T1’s space-saver spare.
- Six-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter than the T1’s.
T1
- 574-litre boot and 70-litre petrol tank.
- 250 mm longer body and 225 mm greater height.
- Dual-zone air-con and eight-speaker audio system.
- 168 hp and 270 Nm trail the Atto 3’s 201 hp and 310 Nm.
- No panoramic sunroof or ventilated front seats.
- No front parking sensors, versus two on the Atto 3.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800✓ | RM129,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 168 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 270 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 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 | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,967 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 1,632 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/65R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 235/65R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Apex Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Apex Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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 3 & T1 for sale
Atto 3 vs T1 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or Jetour T1 better?
The BYD Atto 3 is better if regular charging suits your routine, thanks to its 420-km EV range, 110-kW DC charging and stronger 201-hp motor. Choose the Jetour T1 for its 574-litre boot, 70-litre tank and larger body.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T1 costs RM4,000 more than the BYD Atto 3. The gap buys a larger body, 140 litres more boot space, dual-zone air-con and an eight-speaker system, but not the Atto 3’s EV powertrain or panoramic sunroof.
Which has the better warranty?
The Jetour T1 has the longer vehicle warranty at seven years/150,000 km, against six years/150,000 km for the Atto 3. The Atto 3 separately includes an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty and an eight-year/150,000-km electric drive unit warranty.
