Compare performance (449 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Kangoo Compact Van is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,389 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Atto 3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 16.4 kWh/100km compared to 20.5 kWh/100km for the Renault Kangoo Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 226 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.
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 considerably more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 327 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 12.3 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers significantly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.
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, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is a bit lighter – 1,639 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 241 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries clearly more – 901 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 371 kg.
The BYD Atto 3 is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
|
Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
|
Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
|
|
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
|
Electric Range
279 - 284 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
0 g/km
|
co2
0 - 151 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
SUV
|
Body Type
Cargo Van
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
2 - 5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
-
|
|
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
|
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
490 L
|
Trunk capacity
-
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
-
|
|
Width
1,875 mm
|
Width
1,860 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
-
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
530 kg
|
Payload
670 - 901 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Electric
|
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
|
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
-
|
|
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
|
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
|
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
|
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
-
|
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2026
|
Model Year
2024
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
|
|
Brand
BYD
|
Brand
Renault
|