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CUPRA Raval vs BYD Atto 3 comparison

Compare performance (226 HP vs 449 HP), boot space and price (22,200 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Raval or BYD Atto 3?

CUPRA Raval vs BYD Atto 3: Key differences

CUPRA Raval

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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BYD Atto 3

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

Raval

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.

CUPRA Raval is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the BYD Atto 3 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,320 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.4 kWh/100km for the BYD Atto 3. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 3 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 65 km more than the CUPRA Raval.

Atto 3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Atto 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 223 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 CUPRA Raval takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 3 delivers substantially more torque with 560 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

Raval

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, CUPRA Raval is moderately lighter – 1,610 kg compared to 1,880 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers barely more boot space – 490 L compared to 441 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 3 carries somewhat more – 530 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 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
CUPRA Raval
BYD Atto 3

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Dimensions and Body

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CUPRA Raval

The CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.

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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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CUPRA Raval
BYD Atto 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
Price
38,600 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
300 - 445 km
Electric Range
470 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
Curb weight
1,880 - 1,990 kg
Trunk capacity
441 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,784 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 475 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
116 - 226 HP
Power HP
313 - 449 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
290 Nm
Torque
380 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Power kW
230 - 330 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
BYD
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