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BYD ATTO 2 vs Suzuki e VITARA
Selected trimBoostChange trim214 mi · 51.1 kWh · £30,850
Selected trimMotion 49kWhChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £26,249
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 2 leads on motorway range, while the Suzuki e VITARA leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 2 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
Choose the Suzuki e VITARA if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Suzuki e VITARA leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSuzuki
BYD
4.6
Suzuki
5.9
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
3.7
Suzuki
3
FamilySuzuki
BYD
2.3
Suzuki
4.5
ChargingSuzuki
BYD
1.9
Suzuki
3.5
Cost Per Mile
BYD
6.1
Suzuki
6
Too close to call
City DrivingSuzuki
BYD
7.3
Suzuki
8.1
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 | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,850 | £26,249 (better) |
| Official range | 214 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Boot space | 400 L (better) | 310 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 45 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 9.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 2
Suzuki e VITARA
Length
BYD ATTO 24,310mm
Suzuki e VITARA4,275mm-35mm
Width
BYD ATTO 21,830mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,800mm-30mm
Height
BYD ATTO 21,675mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,635mm-40mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,060 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L (better) | 310 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1340 L (better) | 562 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Suzuki e VITARA
- At 4,275 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 149 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 2 Boost |  Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.28m-35mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.80m-30mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.64m-40mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.70m+80mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L (better) | 310L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1340L (better) | 562L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,590kg (better) | 1,680kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 51.1kWh (better) | 49kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 214 mi (better) | 213 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,850 | £26,249 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 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 | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 214 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles (better) | 162 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 45 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 149 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 45.1 kWh | 49 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 9.6 sec |
| Power | 130 kW (better) | 106 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 193 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD ATTO 2
Boost
Suzuki e VITARA
Motion 49kWh
6.3/10
average across 4 reviews
- Auto Express3.5/5
- Parkers3.1/5
- Electrifying.com6/10
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BYD ATTO 2
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Prices & deals
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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.
Euro NCAP - Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 2
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD ATTO 2 worth the extra £4,601 over the Suzuki e VITARA?
The BYD ATTO 2 costs £4,601 more than the Suzuki e VITARA. For that premium it adds 90 litres more boot space and a 1.7s quicker 0-62mph time. The Suzuki e VITARA is not just cheaper - it also offers 68 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Suzuki e VITARA comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Suzuki e VITARA?
The Suzuki e VITARA is £4,601 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 Suzuki e VITARA comes out roughly £4,601 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BYD ATTO 2 and Suzuki e VITARA like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the BYD ATTO 2 and 162 miles for the Suzuki e VITARA - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD ATTO 2 goes roughly 17 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Suzuki e VITARA?
The Suzuki e VITARA is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 30 mm narrower than the BYD ATTO 2. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Suzuki e VITARA and about 570 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 2.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Suzuki e VITARA?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 2 and 90% for the Suzuki e VITARA. 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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