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Volvo S90 vs BYD Atto 2 comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (62,200 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or BYD Atto 2?

Volvo S90 vs BYD Atto 2: Key differences

Volvo S90

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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BYD Atto 2

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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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

S90

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Atto 2 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,380 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Atto 2 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 430 km, about 341 km more than the Volvo S90.

Atto 2

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 Volvo S90 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 212 HP. That’s roughly 243 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the BYD Atto 2 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 399 Nm more.

S90

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, BYD Atto 2 is visibly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 402 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers barely more boot space – 453 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries marginally more – 518 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 2 leads convincingly 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 £30,800
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
Volvo S90
BYD Atto 2

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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BYD Atto 2

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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Volvo S90
BYD Atto 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Price
30,800 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
89 km
Electric Range
40 - 430 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
17 - 149 g/km
co2
0 - 72 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,720 kg
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 450 L
Length
4,969 mm
Length
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Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
451 - 518 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Power HP
166 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.1 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Power kW
122 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
BYD
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