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BMW X4 vs BYD Atto 3 comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 449 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or BYD Atto 3?

BMW X4 vs BYD Atto 3: Key differences

BMW X4

  • moderately more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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BYD Atto 3

4.3 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
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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

X4

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,295 £.

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 BMW X4 offers moderately more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 449 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 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 BMW X4 delivers moderately more torque with 700 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

X4

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, BMW X4 is barely lighter – 1,875 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X4 offers only slightly more boot space – 525 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X4 carries very slightly more – 545 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 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
BMW X4
BYD Atto 3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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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 X4
BYD Atto 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
-
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
530 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
BYD
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