Compare performance (449 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or CUPRA Tavascan?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BYD Atto 3 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,209 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Tavascan is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.4 kWh/100km for the BYD Atto 3. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Tavascan offers barely more range – reaching up to 557 km, about 47 km more than the BYD Atto 3.
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 340 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the CUPRA Tavascan takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers very slightly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.
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, BYD Atto 3 is somewhat lighter – 1,880 kg compared to 2,096 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.
Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers marginally more boot space – 540 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries barely more – 530 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
The BYD Atto 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsThe Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.
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Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
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Price
42,800 - 50,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
470 - 510 km
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Electric Range
441 - 557 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
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Curb weight
2,096 - 2,273 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
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Width
1,861 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
530 kg
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Payload
507 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
313 - 449 HP
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 560 Nm
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
230 - 330 kW
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
CUPRA
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