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Audi A5 Sportback vs BYD Atto 3 comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 449 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or BYD Atto 3?

Audi A5 Sportback vs BYD Atto 3: Key differences

Audi A5 Sportback

  • clearly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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BYD Atto 3

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BYD Atto 3 is barely cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,638 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 400 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

Atto 3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback offers clearly more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 449 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the BYD Atto 3 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Sportback delivers markedly more torque with 825 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm more.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is barely lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers very slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 530 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 3 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £38,600
Atto 3

BYD Atto 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 313 - 449 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 470 - 510 km
Audi A5 Sportback
BYD Atto 3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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BYD Atto 3

The BYD Atto 3 is an electric crossover that blends a distinctive, modern design with a comfortable, well-equipped cabin suited to everyday family use. It offers a relaxed, smooth driving feel and practical running costs, making it a sensible choice if you want an uncomplicated, value-focused EV.

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Audi A5 Sportback
BYD Atto 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,200 - 91,000 £
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
84 - 110 km
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,430 kg
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
530 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
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