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BYD Atto 3 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Hyundai Kona?

BYD Atto 3 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly 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:

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

Hyundai Kona is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,991 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.4 kWh/100km for the BYD Atto 3. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

The electric range is almost identical – both manage about 510 km on a single charge.

Kona

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 BYD Atto 3 offers considerably more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 245 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 Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers substantially more torque with 560 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm more.

Atto 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers very slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries barely more – 530 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 3 is far ahead 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
BYD Atto 3
Hyundai Kona

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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BYD Atto 3
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
530 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Hyundai
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