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BYD Atto 3 vs Mercedes GLA - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (204 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (33400 £ vs 38800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Mercedes GLA?

BYD Atto 3

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Mercedes GLA

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33400 £, while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 5416 £.

As for range, the BYD Atto 3 performs significantly better – achieving up to 420 km, about 346 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLA has a significantly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the BYD Atto 3 takes 7.30 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs significantly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BYD Atto 3 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls distinct stronger with 500 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Mercedes GLA is slightly lighter – 1570 kg compared to 1825 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers minimal more room – 440 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLA performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1430 L, which is about 92 L more than the BYD Atto 3.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLA evident takes the win – 500 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLA proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLA is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £38,800
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Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 9.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 km
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BYD Atto 3

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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.

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Mercedes GLA

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The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33400 - 35100 £
Price
38800 - 75300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
420 km
Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1825 kg
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
4455 mm
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Height
1615 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Max trunk capacity
1338 L
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the BYD Atto 3?

The BYD Atto 3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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