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BMW 7 Series vs BYD Atto 3 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 449 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or BYD Atto 3?

BMW 7 Series vs BYD Atto 3: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more trunk space
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BYD Atto 3

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD Atto 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,209 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 430 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

Atto 3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers noticeably 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 BYD Atto 3 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers noticeably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

7 Series

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 a bit lighter – 1,880 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers only slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 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 £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
BMW 7 Series
BYD Atto 3

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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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BMW 7 Series
BYD Atto 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 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
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
530 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
BYD
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