Toyota Corolla Cross vs BYD Atto 2 – Which one offers the better deal?

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

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.

BYD Atto 2 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27400 £, while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31700 £. That’s a price difference of around 4285 £.

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 Toyota Corolla Cross has a minimal edge – offering 180 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the BYD Atto 2 takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Corolla Cross performs a bit better – reaching 180 km/h, while the BYD Atto 2 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Toyota Corolla Cross is somewhat lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers hardly perceptible more room – 425 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Atto 2 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1340 L, which is about 3 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross evident takes the win – 560 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Our conclusion: The Toyota Corolla Cross proves to be offers a more balanced package and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Toyota Corolla Cross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.