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BYD Atto 3 vs Nissan Ariya - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (204 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (33400 £ vs 37300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Nissan Ariya?

BYD Atto 3

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Nissan Ariya

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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 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 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33400 £, while the Nissan Ariya costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Atto 3: with 16 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Nissan Ariya with 17.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.70 kWh.

As for range, the Nissan Ariya performs distinct better – achieving up to 531 km, about 111 km more than the BYD Atto 3.

Ariya @ Nissan Motor Corporation

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 Nissan Ariya has a convincingly edge – offering 435 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the BYD Atto 3 takes 7.30 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Ariya performs slightly better – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Atto 3 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Ariya pulls clearly stronger with 600 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, BYD Atto 3 is slight lighter – 1825 kg compared to 1980 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers slight more room – 468 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Ariya performs barely noticeable better – up to 1350 L, which is about 12 L more than the BYD Atto 3.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Ariya clearly perceptible takes the win – 420 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £37,300
Ariya @ Nissan Motor Corporation

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 24.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 402 - 531 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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Nissan Ariya

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The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33400 - 35100 £
Price
37300 - 54800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
Electric Range
420 km
Electric Range
402 - 531 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1825 kg
Curb weight
1980 - 2277 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
Length
4455 mm
Length
4595 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1615 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1338 L
Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
363 - 420 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
218 - 435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
300 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
160 - 320 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Nissan

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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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