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BYD ATTO 2 vs Toyota bZ4X
Selected trimBoostChange trim214 mi · 51.1 kWh · £30,850
Selected trimIcon FWD 57.7kWhChange trim276 mi · 57.7 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 2 leads on city driving, while the Toyota bZ4X leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 2 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Toyota bZ4X 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 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota bZ4X wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueToyota
BYD
4.6
Toyota
5.5
Motorway RangeToyota
BYD
3.7
Toyota
4.9
FamilyToyota
BYD
2.3
Toyota
6.9
ChargingToyota
BYD
1.9
Toyota
4.4
Cost Per MileToyota
BYD
6.1
Toyota
8.8
City DrivingBYD
BYD
7.3
Toyota
4.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
- 62 miles more WLTP range
- 52 litres more boot space
- 68 kW faster rapid charging
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,850 (better) | £39,995 |
| Official range | 214 miles | 276 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 400 L | 452 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 2
Toyota bZ4X
Length
BYD ATTO 24,310mm-380mm
Toyota bZ4X4,690mm
Width
BYD ATTO 21,830mm-30mm
Toyota bZ4X1,860mm
Height
BYD ATTO 21,675mm
Toyota bZ4X1,650mm-25mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm (better) | 1,860 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,060 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare (better) | 540 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L | 452 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1340 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 750 kg |
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.
Toyota bZ4X
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 2 Boost |  Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.69m+380mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.86m+30mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.65m-25mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.85m+230mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | 177mm+12mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L | 452L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1340L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,590kg (better) | 1,870kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 51.1kWh | 57.7kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 214 mi | 276 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,850 (better) | £39,995 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* 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 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 214 miles | 276 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles | 230 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 45.1 kWh | 54 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
| Power | 130 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 269 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD ATTO 2
Boost
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
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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 - Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 2
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Toyota bZ4X
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota bZ4X worth the extra £9,145 over the BYD ATTO 2?
The Toyota bZ4X costs £9,145 more than the BYD ATTO 2. For that premium it adds 62 miles more WLTP range, 68 kW faster peak rapid charging and 52 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota bZ4X comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Toyota bZ4X?
The BYD ATTO 2 is £9,145 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 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 £9,065 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 Toyota bZ4X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the BYD ATTO 2 and 230 miles for the Toyota bZ4X - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota bZ4X goes roughly 52 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Toyota bZ4X?
The BYD ATTO 2 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 30 mm narrower than the Toyota bZ4X. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 2 and about 540 mm of total clearance for the Toyota bZ4X. The BYD ATTO 2 also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Toyota bZ4X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 2 and 84% for the Toyota bZ4X. 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 Toyota bZ4X'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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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used BYD Atto 2 (2025 on): Boost vs Comfort & What to Pay
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GuideBuying a Used Toyota bZ4X (2022 on): Which Version, Recalls, the 10-Year Warranty & What to Pay
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .