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BYD Atto 3 vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

BYD Atto 3 vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly 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:

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.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is moderately cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,841 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 422 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

A Class Saloon

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 clearly more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes A Class Saloon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers somewhat more torque with 560 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 110 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, Mercedes A Class Saloon is visibly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 430 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers somewhat more boot space – 490 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries only slightly 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.

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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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BYD Atto 3

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Reviews BYD Atto 3

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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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The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
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Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
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Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
530 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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