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BYD Atto 3 vs CUPRA Born – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: BYD Atto 3 meets CUPRA Born.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

BYD Atto 3

5 (1 Reviews)
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CUPRA Born

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

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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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33400 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 1251 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the BYD Atto 3 with 16 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.10 kWh.

As for range, the CUPRA Born performs noticeable better – achieving up to 594 km, about 174 km more than the BYD Atto 3.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Born has a evident edge – offering 326 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the BYD Atto 3 takes 7.30 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs to a small extent better – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Atto 3 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls decisively stronger with 545 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, BYD Atto 3 is barely noticeable lighter – 1825 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 3 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers to a small extent more room – 440 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Atto 3 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1338 L, which is about 71 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Born evident takes the win – 452 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 117 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Born proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Born is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

BYD Atto 3
CUPRA Born

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CUPRA Born

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16 kWh
  • Electric Range : 427 - 594 km
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BYD Atto 3

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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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CUPRA Born

The CUPRA Born blends sharp, athletic styling with a playful electric character, delivering hatchback agility and hot-hatch attitude whether you're darting through the city or cruising the open road. Inside, the cabin punches above its weight with smart materials and practical space, making it a compelling pick for buyers who want electric motoring without surrendering the grin.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33400 - 35100 £
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Electric Range
420 km
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1825 kg
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4455 mm
Length
4324 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1809 mm
Height
1615 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1338 L
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
431 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
CUPRA

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What drive types are available for the BYD Atto 3?

The BYD Atto 3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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