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BYD Atto 3 vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Lotus Eletre?

BYD Atto 3 vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • significantly more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD Atto 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,143 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Atto 3 is markedly more efficient: consuming 16.4 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 6.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers moderately more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 60 km more than the BYD Atto 3.

Eletre

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 Lotus Eletre offers significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 449 HP. That’s roughly 469 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the BYD Atto 3 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 425 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, BYD Atto 3 is noticeably lighter – 1,880 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 685 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers noticeably more boot space – 688 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 198 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries only slightly more – 530 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre has only a minor advantage 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 450 - 570 km
BYD Atto 3
Lotus Eletre

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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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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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BYD Atto 3
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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
4
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
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Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
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Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
530 kg
Payload
405 - 485 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

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