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?
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 £.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
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Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
470 - 510 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
120 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
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Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
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Width
1,780 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
530 kg
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
313 - 449 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 - 560 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
230 - 330 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
SEAT
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