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Audi Q2 vs BYD Atto 3 comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 449 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or BYD Atto 3?

Audi Q2 vs BYD Atto 3: Key differences

Audi Q2

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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BYD Atto 3

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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

Q2

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi Q2 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,705 £.

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 BYD Atto 3 offers visibly more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Audi Q2 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers noticeably more torque with 560 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Q2

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q2 is significantly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries only slightly more – 530 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 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
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Audi Q2

The Audi Q2 packs Audi’s premium attitude into a compact, cheeky package that turns city streets into a runway for tasteful design and clever practicality. It’s an easy car to live with thanks to an upscale cabin, composed manners and sprightly handling, and while it won’t satisfy someone chasing sports-car thrills, it’s a smart, stylish pick for buyers who want substance with a wink.

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Reviews Audi Q2

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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miles
14 Feb 2026, 20:00:47

ive really enjoyed my 2 audi q2s and still looking for a match .

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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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Reviews BYD Atto 3

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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Marinos manolessos
21 Jun 2026, 19:22:18

More quicker better price better equipped rwd move

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BERNARD
17 Apr 2026, 12:36:55

It seems to better meet my expectations when it comes to fuel economy and overall efficiency.

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BYD Atto 3

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 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
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Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,794 - 1,802 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
450 - 510 kg
Payload
530 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q2 have?

The Audi Q2 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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