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BYD Atto 3 vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (449 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Atto 3 or SEAT Arona?

BYD Atto 3 vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

BYD Atto 3

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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SEAT Arona

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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.

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

Atto 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Arona is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,862 £.

Arona

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 BYD Atto 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers significantly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

Atto 3

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is considerably lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 692 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries marginally more – 530 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 3 is clearly superior overall 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
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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SEAT Arona

The SEAT Arona is a compact crossover that blends practical, city-friendly packaging with a sporty, youthful design. It delivers a comfortable ride, an intuitive cabin and economical running costs, making it a sensible pick for daily drives and weekend getaways.

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BYD Atto 3
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
530 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BYD
Brand
SEAT
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