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Audi A8 vs BYD Atto 3 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 449 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or BYD Atto 3?

Audi A8 vs BYD Atto 3: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • clearly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h

BYD Atto 3

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • moderately lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

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

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BYD Atto 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,951 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 452 km more than the Audi A8.

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 A8 offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 449 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Atto 3 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Atto 3 is moderately lighter – 1,825 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers a bit more boot space – 440 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries significantly more – 700 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 365 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 3 is decisively ahead 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 £33,400
Atto 3

BYD Atto 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 449 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 420 - 510 km
Audi A8
BYD Atto 3

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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BYD Atto 3

The BYD Atto 3 mixes quirky crossover styling with a cleverly packaged interior that feels more premium than its price suggests. Easy to drive, surprisingly practical and loaded with user-friendly tech, it's a strong choice for buyers who want an EV that's fun without being fussy.

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Audi A8
BYD Atto 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
33,400 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
420 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,825 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
-
Length
4,455 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
1,615 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,338 L
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
335 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
204 - 449 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
310 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
150 - 330 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
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