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BYD ATTO 3 (2023-2026) vs Renault Scenic
Selected trimComfort · 2023-26Change trim261 mi · 60.48 kWh · £36,990
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 3 leads on running costs and city driving, while the Renault Scenic leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 3 (2023-2026) if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Renault Scenic 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault Scenic leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueRenault
BYD
5.6
Renault
7.7
Motorway Range
BYD
4.1
Renault
4.4
Too close to call
FamilyRenault
BYD
6.9
Renault
7.4
ChargingRenault
BYD
2.1
Renault
3.6
Cost Per MileBYD
BYD
6.2
Renault
3.1
City DrivingBYD
BYD
6.6
Renault
5.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BYD ATTO 3
Comfort (2023-26)
- 21 Wh/km more efficient
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Renault ScenicTechno |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,990 (better) | £36,995 |
| Official range | 261 miles | 392 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 440 L | 545 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min (better) | 37 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 3
Renault Scenic
Length
BYD ATTO 34,455mm-15mm
Renault Scenic4,470mm
Width
BYD ATTO 31,875mm
Renault Scenic1,864mm-11mm
Height
BYD ATTO 31,615mm-5mm
Renault Scenic1,620mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Renault ScenicTechno |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,470 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,875 mm | 1,864 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,075 mm (better) | 2,085 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 525 mm spare | 536 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Renault ScenicTechno |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 890 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 440 L | 545 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1338 L | 1670 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BYD ATTO 3
- Uses 147 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Renault Scenic
- 392 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 3 Comfort (2023-26) |  Renault Scenic Techno |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.46m | 4.47m+15mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.86m-11mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | 2.08m+10mm |
| Height | 1.61m | 1.62m+5mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.72m | 2.79m+65mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 440L | 545L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1338L | 1670L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 890mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 10.92m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,750kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 60.48kWh | 89kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 261 mi | 392 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,990 (better) | £36,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £36,990 (not eligible) | £33,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023–2026 | 2026+ |
* Renault Scenic: Manufacturer quotes 15-80% on a 150 kW charger.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Renault ScenicTechno |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 261 miles | 392 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 213 miles | 274 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min (better) | 37 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 147 Wh/km (better) | 168 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 60.5 kWh | 89 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Renault ScenicTechno |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
| Power | 150 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 300 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 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.
BYD ATTO 3
Comfort (2023-26)
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Renault Scenic
Techno
Watch the reviews
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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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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BYD ATTO 3 Comfort (2023-26)
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users69%
Safety Assist74%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Renault Scenic Techno
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist85%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Renault ScenicTechno |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
BYD ATTO 3
Comfort (2023-26)
Owners love
- Owners and testers praise the generous standard equipment, including a panoramic roof, heat pump and extensive safety kit.
- The interior design is distinctive and the cabin roomy, so it works well as a family car.
- The ride is comfortable and soaks up bumpy roads.
Watch out for
- Real-world range is closer to 200 miles than the official 260.
- Rapid charging peaks at under 90 kW, slower than many rivals.
- The driving experience is soft, with body roll, light steering and weak regenerative braking.
Owner tips
- Expect about 200 miles in mixed driving and plan longer trips around rapid chargers.
- Get insurance quotes from several providers before you buy.
Renault Scenic
Techno
Owners love
- Owners praise the comfort, quiet cabin and supple ride, even on 20-inch wheels.
- Real-world range is strong: about 300 miles in mild weather and around 3.2-3.6 miles per kWh, with good results on long European trips.
- The Google-based infotainment, physical controls and well-equipped base techno trim are rated highly.
Watch out for
- The My Renault app is unreliable: wrong information, crashes and failed remote commands.
- Winter and fast-motorway range fall well below WLTP (about 2.9 miles per kWh at 75 mph).
- Rapid charging sometimes peaks well below the 150 kW maximum.
Owner tips
- Check the car's exact spec for 22 kW charging, V2L and One Pedal rather than assuming by year.
- Check the tyre pressures against the door sticker; several cars were delivered well over spec.
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Renault Scenic
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BYD ATTO 3
- £20,1992024Car360View
- £19,9812024Car360View
- £19,3642024Car360View
Renault Scenic
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Renault Scenic?
The BYD ATTO 3 is £5 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 two land within £125 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BYD ATTO 3 and Renault Scenic like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 213 miles for the BYD ATTO 3 and 274 miles for the Renault Scenic - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault Scenic goes roughly 61 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 35-37 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Renault Scenic?
The two are within 11 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 536 mm of total clearance for the Renault Scenic and about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 3. The BYD ATTO 3 also turns in a 0.5 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 3 or the Renault Scenic?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 92% battery health for the BYD ATTO 3 and 84% for the Renault Scenic. That gives the BYD ATTO 3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The BYD ATTO 3's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Renault Scenic'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
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .