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BYD Atto 3 vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Mercedes Marco Polo?

BYD Atto 3 vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes Marco Polo

  • 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD Atto 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,923 £.

Marco Polo

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Atto 3 offers considerably more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 212 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers somewhat more torque with 560 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 60 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.

Seats: BYD Atto 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Atto 3 is clearly lighter – 1,880 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 570 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers markedly more boot space – 670 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries a bit more – 650 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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
BYD Atto 3
Mercedes Marco Polo

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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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Mercedes Marco Polo

The Mercedes Marco Polo is a posh, travel-ready camper that blends van practicality with Mercedes comfort, turning long trips into glamping adventures rather than endurance tests. Clever interior packaging and sensible luxury make it a top pick for buyers who want the prestige of a star on the grille without losing everyday usefulness.

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BYD Atto 3
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
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Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
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Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Payload
530 kg
Payload
555 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

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