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Audi A2 e-tron vs BYD ATTO 2
Selected trim52kWh 170PSChange trim262 mi · 52 kWh · £32,200
Selected trimBoostChange trim214 mi · 51.1 kWh · £30,850
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi A2 e-tron leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the BYD ATTO 2 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi A2 e-tron if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi A2 e-tron wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueAudi
Audi
5.1
BYD
4.6
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
6.3
BYD
3.7
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
BYD
2.3
ChargingAudi
Audi
6.9
BYD
1.9
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
9.5
BYD
6.1
City Driving
Audi
7.7
BYD
7.3
Too close to call
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 | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,200 | £30,850 (better) |
| Official range | 262 miles (better) | 214 miles |
| Boot space | 396 L | 400 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi A2 e-tron
BYD ATTO 2
Length
Audi A2 e-tron4,324mm
BYD ATTO 24,310mm-14mm
Width
Audi A2 e-tron1,789mm-41mm
BYD ATTO 21,830mm
Height
Audi A2 e-tron1,583mm-92mm
BYD ATTO 21,675mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,789 mm (better) | 1,830 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,060 mm |
| Height | 1,583 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. | 611 mm spare (better) | 570 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 396 L | 400 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1336 L | 1340 L (better) |
| Frunk | 13 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi A2 e-tron
- 262 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Boot space of 396 L is bigger than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- At 4,324 mm, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
BYD ATTO 2
- At 4,310 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 32 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 |  Audi A2 e-tron 52kWh 170PS |  BYD ATTO 2 Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.31m-14mm |
| Width | 1.79m | 1.83m+41mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.68m+92mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.62m-150mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 165mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 396L | 400L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1336L | 1340L (better) |
| Frunk | 13L | Not available |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.5m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,590kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 51.1kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 262 mi (better) | 214 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 82kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,200 | £30,850 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,700 (-£1,500) | £30,850 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2027+ | 2025+ |
* 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 | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 262 miles (better) | 214 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 219 miles (better) | 178 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 82 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh (better) | 45.1 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi A2 e-tron
52kWh 170PS
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
BYD ATTO 2
Boost
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
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 | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | BYD ATTO 2Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 250,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi A2 e-tron worth the extra £1,350 over the BYD ATTO 2?
The Audi A2 e-tron costs £1,350 more than the BYD ATTO 2. For that premium it adds 48 miles more WLTP range. The BYD ATTO 2 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi A2 e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi A2 e-tron or the BYD ATTO 2?
The BYD ATTO 2 is £1,350 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 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 £1,230 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi A2 e-tron and BYD ATTO 2 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 219 miles for the Audi A2 e-tron and 178 miles for the BYD ATTO 2 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi A2 e-tron goes roughly 40 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi A2 e-tron or the BYD ATTO 2?
The Audi A2 e-tron is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 41 mm narrower than the BYD ATTO 2. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 611 mm of total clearance for the Audi A2 e-tron and about 570 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 2.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi A2 e-tron or the BYD ATTO 2?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Audi A2 e-tron and 90% for the BYD ATTO 2. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .