BYD Atto 2 vs Renault R4 – Differences & prices compared

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

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

Renault R4 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the BYD Atto 2 costs 27400 £. That’s a price difference of around 2220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Renault R4: with 14.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the BYD Atto 2 with 16 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.

As for range, the Renault R4 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 409 km, about 97 km more than the BYD Atto 2.

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 BYD Atto 2 has a somewhat edge – offering 177 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 2 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Renault R4 takes 8.20 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BYD Atto 2 performs slight better – reaching 160 km/h, while the Renault R4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 2 pulls a bit stronger with 290 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Renault R4 is minimal lighter – 1485 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault R4 offers minimal more room – 420 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault R4 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1405 L, which is about 65 L more than the BYD Atto 2.

When it comes to payload, Renault R4 slight takes the win – 443 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

All in all, the Renault R4 shows itself to be barely ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.