Compare performance (449 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Mercedes B Class?
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.
Mercedes B Class is very slightly cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 291 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 427 km more than the Mercedes B Class.
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 238 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes B Class is visibly faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the BYD Atto 3 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers moderately more torque with 560 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.
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 B Class is noticeably lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,825 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers marginally more boot space – 455 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class offers barely more capacity – up to 1,440 L, about 102 L more than the BYD Atto 3.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries markedly more – 550 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.
The BYD Atto 3 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The BYD Atto 3 mixes quirky crossover styling with a cleverly packaged interior that feels more premium than its price suggests. Easy to drive, surprisingly practical and loaded with user-friendly tech, it's a strong choice for buyers who want an EV that's fun without being fussy.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Price
33,400 - 43,700 £
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
420 - 510 km
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,825 kg
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4,455 mm
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Length
4,419 mm
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Width
1,875 mm
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Width
1,796 mm
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Height
1,615 mm
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Height
1,562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,338 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Payload
335 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 449 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 7.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
223 km/h
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Torque
310 - 560 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 - 330 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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