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BYD ATTO 2 vs Vauxhall Frontera
Selected trimBoostChange trim214 mi · 51.1 kWh · £30,850
Selected trimDesignChange trim186 mi · 44 kWh · £23,995
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 2 leads on city driving, while the Vauxhall Frontera leads on family practicality.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 2 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Vauxhall Frontera if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Vauxhall Frontera edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
BYD
4.6
Vauxhall
5
Too close to call
Motorway Range
BYD
3.7
Vauxhall
3.6
Too close to call
FamilyVauxhall
BYD
2.3
Vauxhall
3
Cost Per Mile
BYD
6.1
Vauxhall
6.2
Too close to call
City DrivingBYD
BYD
7.3
Vauxhall
6.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BYD ATTO 2
Boost
- 28 miles more WLTP range
- 47 kW more power
- 4.2s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,850 | £23,995 (better) |
| Official range | 214 miles (better) | 186 miles |
| Boot space | 400 L | 460 L (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 2
Vauxhall Frontera
Length
BYD ATTO 24,310mm-75mm
Vauxhall Frontera4,385mm
Width
BYD ATTO 21,830mm
Vauxhall Frontera1,795mm-35mm
Height
BYD ATTO 21,675mm
Vauxhall Frontera1,660mm-15mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm | 1,795 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,060 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare | 605 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L | 460 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1340 L | Not available |
| 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.
Vauxhall Frontera
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 2 Boost |  Vauxhall Frontera Design |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.38m+75mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.79m-35mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.66m-15mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.67m+50mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L | 460L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1340L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 11.05m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,590kg | 1,573kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 51.1kWh (better) | 44kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 214 mi (better) | 186 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,850 | £23,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,850 (not eligible) | £22,495 (-£1,500) |
| 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.
* Vauxhall Frontera: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 214 miles (better) | 186 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles (better) | 155 miles |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 45.1 kWh (better) | 43.8 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
| Power | 130 kW (better) | 83 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 125 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD ATTO 2
Boost
Vauxhall Frontera
Design
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BYD ATTO 2
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £19,991 | £15,949 |
| Average used price | £20,662 | £15,949 |
| Saving vs RRP | £10,188 below new | £8,046 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 5.9% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
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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 - Vauxhall Frontera Design
Vauxhall Frontera Design
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Vauxhall Frontera
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BYD ATTO 2
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Vauxhall Frontera
- £15,9492026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD ATTO 2 worth the extra £6,855 over the Vauxhall Frontera?
The BYD ATTO 2 costs £6,855 more than the Vauxhall Frontera. For that premium it adds 28 miles more WLTP range, 47 kW more power and a 4.2s quicker 0-62mph time. The Vauxhall Frontera is not just cheaper - it also offers 60 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Vauxhall Frontera comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Vauxhall Frontera?
The Vauxhall Frontera is £6,855 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 Vauxhall Frontera comes out roughly £6,855 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 Vauxhall Frontera like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the BYD ATTO 2 and 155 miles for the Vauxhall Frontera - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD ATTO 2 goes roughly 24 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Vauxhall Frontera?
The Vauxhall Frontera is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 35 mm narrower than the BYD ATTO 2. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 605 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Frontera and about 570 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 2. The BYD ATTO 2 also turns in a 0.6 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 Vauxhall Frontera?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 2 and 90% for the Vauxhall Frontera. 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
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .