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BYD Atto 3 vs Geely E5 comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Geely E5?

BYD Atto 3 vs Geely E5: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Geely E5

  • slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly 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

Atto 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Geely E5 is slightly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Geely E5 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.4 kWh/100km for the BYD Atto 3. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 35 km more than the Geely E5.

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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 BYD Atto 3 offers considerably more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Geely E5 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers significantly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

Atto 3

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, Geely E5 is only slightly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers very slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries somewhat more – 530 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 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
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Reviews BYD Atto 3

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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Marinos manolessos
21 Jun 2026, 19:22:18

More quicker better price better equipped rwd move

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BERNARD
17 Apr 2026, 12:36:55

It seems to better meet my expectations when it comes to fuel economy and overall efficiency.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
32,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
430 - 475 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 1,815 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,901 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
530 kg
Payload
427 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Geely
Is the BYD Atto 3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Atto 3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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