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BYD Atto 3 vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Hyundai Tucson?

BYD Atto 3 vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Tucson is markedly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,285 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 440 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Tucson

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 3 offers visibly more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 161 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers visibly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 181 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, Hyundai Tucson is noticeably lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 338 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries marginally more – 545 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 3 is clearly superior 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 Tucson

Costs and Consumption

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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 Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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BYD Atto 3
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
62 - 172 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
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
530 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

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