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BYD Atto 3 vs NIO ET5 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or NIO ET5 Wagon?

BYD Atto 3 vs NIO ET5 Wagon: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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NIO ET5 Wagon

  • barely more power
  • only slightly more electric range
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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 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.

BYD Atto 3 is barely cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,152 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Atto 3 is moderately more efficient: consuming 16.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5 Wagon. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 560 km, about 50 km more than the BYD Atto 3.

ET5 Wagon

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 NIO ET5 Wagon offers barely more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 449 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the NIO ET5 Wagon takes 4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 Wagon delivers a bit more torque with 700 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Atto 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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, BYD Atto 3 is noticeably lighter – 1,880 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers barely more boot space – 490 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries slightly more – 530 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 3 holds a narrow 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.

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
NIO ET5 Wagon

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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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NIO ET5 Wagon

The NIO ET5 Wagon blends sleek fastback styling with the sensible practicality of a wagon, delivering a premium-feeling cabin and clever cargo space that keeps life neatly packed. For buyers who want electric refinement without sacrificing family-hauler utility, the ET5 Wagon offers quiet, eager performance and smart packaging that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally enjoyable — yes, even with the dog and the golf clubs.

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BYD Atto 3
NIO ET5 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
530 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
NIO
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