What drivetrain options does the VW Polo have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the VW Polo?

The VW Polo reaches a peak output of 207 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the VW Polo use?

On average, the VW Polo consumes 5.10 L.

What are the dimensions of the VW Polo?

The VW Polo measures 4074 mm long, 1751 mm wide and 1451 mm high.

What drivetrain options does the BYD Atto 2 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the BYD Atto 2?

Depending on the version, the BYD Atto 2 delivers up to 177 HP.

What are the BYD Atto 2’s WLTP consumption values in kWh/100 km?

Average electricity consumption is 16 kWh.

What is the BYD Atto 2’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 312 km.

What maximum speed does the BYD Atto 2 reach?

The BYD Atto 2 reaches up to 160 km/h.

What are the dimensions of the BYD Atto 2?

Length 4310 mm, width 1830 mm, height 1675 mm – those are the dimensions of the BYD Atto 2.

VW Polo vs BYD Atto 2 - Differences and prices compared

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Polo has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the BYD Atto 2 costs 27400 £. That’s a price difference of around 10419 £.

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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 VW Polo has a slightly edge – offering 207 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the BYD Atto 2 takes 7.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs evident better – reaching 240 km/h, while the BYD Atto 2 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls barely noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, VW Polo is evident lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 427 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Atto 2 offers somewhat more room – 400 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Atto 2 performs to a small extent better – up to 1340 L, which is about 215 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, VW Polo a bit takes the win – 457 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Polo proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Polo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 17000 - 30400 £	Price 27400 - 30000 £
Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L	Consumption L/100km -
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km 16 kWh
Electric Range -	Electric Range 312 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 116 - 148 g/km	co2 0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 40 L	Fuel tank capacity -

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type SUV
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1143 - 1378 kg	Curb weight 1570 kg
Trunk capacity 351 L	Trunk capacity 400 L
Length 4074 mm	Length 4310 mm
Width 1751 mm	Width 1830 mm
Height 1431 - 1451 mm	Height 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity 1125 L	Max trunk capacity 1340 L
Payload 432 - 457 kg	Payload 410 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol	Engine Type Electric
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 80 - 207 HP	Power HP 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.5 - 15.6 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.90 s
Max Speed 171 - 240 km/h	Max Speed 160 km/h
Torque 93 - 320 Nm	Torque 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders -
Power kW 59 - 152 kW	Power kW 130 kW
Engine capacity 999 - 1984 cm3	Engine capacity -