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Citroen Ami vs BYD Atto 3 comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 449 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Ami or BYD Atto 3?

Citroen Ami vs BYD Atto 3: Key differences

Citroen Ami

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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BYD Atto 3

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably more trunk space
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ami

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen Ami is considerably cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,714 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 435 km more than the Citroen Ami.

Atto 3

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 BYD Atto 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 441 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers significantly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BYD Atto 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Ami is clearly lighter – 470 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 1,410 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers considerably more boot space – 490 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 427 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries considerably more – 530 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 300 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Ami 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.

from £6,800
Ami

Citroen Ami

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
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Citroen Ami

The Citroën Ami is a cheeky, ultra-compact city runabout that turns parking into a non-event and makes traffic feel almost friendly. It won't thrill you with speed or luxury, but as an economical, fuss-free way to nip around town and save on congestion, it's a clever little solution for urban life—with personality to spare.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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9 Oct 2025, 07:16:52

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Reviews BYD Atto 3

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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17 Apr 2026, 12:36:55

It seems to better meet my expectations when it comes to fuel economy and overall efficiency.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
6,800 - 8,200 £
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
470 - 483 kg
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Trunk capacity
63 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,390 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
217 - 230 kg
Payload
530 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
40 Nm
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
BYD
Is the Citroen Ami offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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