Compare performance (435 HP vs 449 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or BYD Atto 3?
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.
BYD Atto 3 is moderately cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,857 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Atto 3 is moderately more efficient: consuming 16 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya offers barely more range – reaching up to 531 km, about 21 km more than the BYD Atto 3.
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 only slightly more power – delivering 449 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Nissan Ariya is moderately faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Atto 3 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers very slightly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
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, BYD Atto 3 is only slightly lighter – 1,825 kg compared to 1,980 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers marginally more boot space – 468 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Ariya offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,350 L, about 12 L more than the BYD Atto 3.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Ariya carries visibly more – 420 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
The BYD Atto 3 has only a minor advantage 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 Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
detailsThe BYD Atto 3 mixes quirky crossover styling with a cleverly packaged interior that feels more premium than its price suggests. Easy to drive, surprisingly practical and loaded with user-friendly tech, it's a strong choice for buyers who want an EV that's fun without being fussy.
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Price
37,300 - 54,800 £
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Price
33,400 - 43,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
402 - 531 km
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Electric Range
420 - 510 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,980 - 2,277 kg
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Curb weight
1,825 kg
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Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Length
4,595 mm
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Length
4,455 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,875 mm
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Height
1,650 mm
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Height
1,615 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,280 - 1,350 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,338 L
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Payload
363 - 420 kg
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Payload
335 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 435 HP
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Power HP
204 - 449 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 7.3 s
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Torque
300 - 600 Nm
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Torque
310 - 560 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
160 - 320 kW
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Power kW
150 - 330 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
BYD
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