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BYD Atto 3 vs Mercedes GLE comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Mercedes GLE?

BYD Atto 3 vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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Mercedes GLE

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • markedly 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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,350 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 406 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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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 Mercedes GLE offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 449 HP. That’s roughly 136 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 Mercedes GLE takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers markedly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 190 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 visibly lighter – 1,880 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers markedly more boot space – 655 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries visibly more – 770 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 3 is clearly superior 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.

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
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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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Reviews BYD Atto 3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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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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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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4.1 (1 Reviews)
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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
72 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
530 kg
Payload
495 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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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