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BYD Atto 3 vs Nissan Leaf – Which car suits you better?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: BYD Atto 3 or Nissan Leaf?

BYD Atto 3

5 (1 Reviews)
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Nissan Leaf

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Leaf has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the BYD Atto 3 costs 33400 £. That’s a price difference of around 2649 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Atto 3: with 16 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Nissan Leaf with 16.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.

As for range, the BYD Atto 3 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 420 km, about 35 km more than the Nissan Leaf.

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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 Nissan Leaf has a slight edge – offering 217 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 6.90 s, while the BYD Atto 3 takes 7.30 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BYD Atto 3 performs slight better – reaching 160 km/h, while the Nissan Leaf tops out at 157 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Leaf pulls minimal stronger with 340 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Nissan Leaf is slightly lighter – 1580 kg compared to 1825 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers to a small extent more room – 440 L compared to 394 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Atto 3 performs clearly better – up to 1338 L, which is about 548 L more than the Nissan Leaf.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Leaf slightly takes the win – 415 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Leaf proves to be won narrowly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Leaf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

BYD Atto 3
Nissan Leaf

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Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 17.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 270 - 385 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 Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33400 - 35100 £
Price
30800 - 37200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.8 kWh
Electric Range
420 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
39 - 59 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1825 kg
Curb weight
1580 - 1756 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 394 L
Length
4455 mm
Length
4490 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1788 mm
Height
1615 mm
Height
1540 - 1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1338 L
Max trunk capacity
790 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
384 - 415 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
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
150 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
144 - 157 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
320 - 340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
110 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2019
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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