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Abarth 600e vs BYD ATTO 2
Selected trimTurismoChange trim207 mi · 54 kWh · £33,995
Selected trimBoostChange trim214 mi · 51.1 kWh · £30,850
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 600e leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the BYD ATTO 2 leads on value for money and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 600e if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the BYD ATTO 2 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Abarth 600e leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueBYD
Abarth
3.7
BYD
4.6
Motorway RangeAbarth
Abarth
4.3
BYD
3.7
FamilyAbarth
Abarth
3.4
BYD
2.3
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
6.2
BYD
1.9
Cost Per MileBYD
Abarth
5.4
BYD
6.1
City DrivingAbarth
Abarth
8.1
BYD
7.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,995 | £30,850 (better) |
| Official range | 207 miles | 214 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 360 L | 400 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Length
Abarth 600e4,187mm-123mm
BYD ATTO 24,310mm
Width
Abarth 600e1,779mm-51mm
BYD ATTO 21,830mm
Height
Abarth 600e1,557mm-118mm
BYD ATTO 21,675mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,187 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm (better) | 1,830 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,981 mm (better) | 2,060 mm |
| Height | 1,557 mm | 1,675 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 621 mm spare (better) | 570 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 360 L | 400 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1340 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Abarth 600e
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
BYD ATTO 2
- At 4,310 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 10.5 m turning circle, tighter than 80% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 600e Turismo |  BYD ATTO 2 Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.19m | 4.31m+123mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.83m+51mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 2.06m+79mm |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.68m+118mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.62m+61mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | 165mm-14mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 360L | 400L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1340L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,640kg | 1,590kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh (better) | 51.1kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 207 mi | 214 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 82kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,995 | £30,850 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,495 (-£1,500) | £30,850 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2025+ |
* Abarth 600e: Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
* BYD ATTO 2: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 207 miles | 214 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 173 miles | 178 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 82 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 152 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.8 kWh (better) | 45.1 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
| Power | 176 kW (better) | 130 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Abarth 600e
Turismo
BYD ATTO 2
Boost
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Abarth 600e Turismo
Abarth 600e Turismo
Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Euro NCAP - BYD ATTO 2 Boost
BYD ATTO 2 Boost
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 250,000 km (better) |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Abarth 600e worth the extra £3,145 over the BYD ATTO 2?
The Abarth 600e costs £3,145 more than the BYD ATTO 2. For that premium it adds 46 kW more power and a 1.7s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Abarth 600e comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Abarth 600e or the BYD ATTO 2?
The BYD ATTO 2 is £3,145 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BYD ATTO 2 comes out roughly £3,185 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Abarth 600e and BYD ATTO 2 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 173 miles for the Abarth 600e and 178 miles for the BYD ATTO 2 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 600e or the BYD ATTO 2?
The Abarth 600e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 51 mm narrower than the BYD ATTO 2. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 621 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 600e and about 570 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 2.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Abarth 600e or the BYD ATTO 2?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Abarth 600e and 90% for the BYD ATTO 2. That gives the BYD ATTO 2 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The BYD ATTO 2's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Abarth 600e's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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