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BYD Atto 3 vs MG MG3 comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 15,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or MG MG3?

BYD Atto 3 vs MG MG3: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably 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.

MG MG3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,142 £.

MG3

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 BYD Atto 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 255 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers considerably more torque with 560 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 412 Nm more.

Atto 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG3 is considerably lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 643 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers significantly more boot space – 490 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries slightly more – 530 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 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
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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

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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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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MG MG3

The MG3 is a cheeky city hatch that pairs bold, youthful styling with sprightly handling for drivers who want personality on a budget. Its cabin is bright and cleverly packaged, offering sensible space and a fun-to-drive character that turns mundane commutes into something a bit more enjoyable.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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Giorgio catacchio
20 Sept 2025, 00:08:28

I've owned the MG3 Hybrid for a year — I travel a lot, never a dull moment; comes fully loaded as standard, incredible acceleration, etc.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
293 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
530 kg
Payload
373 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
BYD
Brand
MG
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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