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BYD Atto 3 vs Nissan Qashqai – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BYD Atto 3 or Nissan Qashqai fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Nissan Qashqai has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the BYD Atto 3 costs 33400 £. That’s a price difference of around 3815 £.

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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 Nissan Qashqai has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 205 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs distinct better – reaching 206 km/h, while the BYD Atto 3 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls barely noticeable stronger with 330 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is noticeable lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1825 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers a bit more room – 504 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1447 L, which is about 109 L more than the BYD Atto 3.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai clearly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Nissan Qashqai shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L
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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 Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33400 - 35100 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
420 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1825 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4455 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1835 mm
Height
1615 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1338 L
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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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