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BYD Atto 3 vs Kia EV9 comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 54,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Kia EV9?

BYD Atto 3 vs Kia EV9: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.3 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • only slightly more electric range
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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:

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,029 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Atto 3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 53 km more than the BYD Atto 3.

EV9

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 Kia EV9 offers somewhat more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 449 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers markedly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

Atto 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Atto 3 is visibly lighter – 1,880 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 512 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers markedly more boot space – 490 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries somewhat more – 615 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 3 shows a few small advantages 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
Kia EV9

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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Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without compromise.

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BYD Atto 3
Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
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
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
6 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
530 kg
Payload
542 - 615 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Kia
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