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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs BYD Atto 2 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or BYD Atto 2?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs BYD Atto 2: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • only slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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BYD Atto 2

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

DS 3

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.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the BYD Atto 2 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,346 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the BYD Atto 2. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 2 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 430 km, about 30 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Atto 2

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 2 offers clearly more power – delivering 212 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 2 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 2 delivers somewhat more torque with 310 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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, DS Automobiles DS 3 is markedly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,510 kg. The difference is around 261 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 2 offers clearly more boot space – 450 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 2 carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 2 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.

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Atto 2

BYD Atto 2

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 166 - 212 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 40 - 430 km
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DS Automobiles DS 3

The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 3

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The BYD Atto 2 is a stylish compact electric SUV that blends bold exterior design with a roomy, tech-focused interior, making it well suited to daily driving and urban life. It delivers a comfortable ride and practical features that will appeal to buyers looking for a modern, user-friendly EV.

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4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Carlos Aguilar
5 Feb 2026, 13:15:18

I've done 6,000 km and I'm delighted. I haven't tried other EVs, but I'm thrilled with the BYD Atto 2. It's true I don't go on long trips — I do everything in the city and nearby, about 100 to 150 km a day — and honestly it's been great in every way. When I hit 300,000 km I'll tell you again. Haha

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
30,800 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
40 - 430 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 72 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,720 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 450 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
166 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
122 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
BYD
What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 3?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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