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BYD ATTO 3 vs Peugeot e-2008
Selected trimEVO Design RWDChange trim317 mi · 74.8 kWh · £38,990
Selected trimAllure 54kWh 156Change trim246 mi · 54 kWh · £29,565
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 3 leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the Peugeot e-2008 leads on family practicality, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 3 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Peugeot e-2008 if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Peugeot e-2008 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
BYD
5.9
Peugeot
5.8
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
5.1
Peugeot
4.3
FamilyPeugeot
BYD
5
Peugeot
5.9
ChargingBYD
BYD
5.1
Peugeot
1.5
Cost Per MilePeugeot
BYD
6.2
Peugeot
8
City DrivingPeugeot
BYD
6.5
Peugeot
8.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BYD ATTO 3
EVO Design RWD
- 71 miles more WLTP range
- 120 kW faster rapid charging
- 115 kW more power
- 3.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £38,990 | £29,565 (better) |
| Official range | 317 miles (better) | 246 miles |
| Boot space | 440 L (better) | 434 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 3
Peugeot e-2008
Length
BYD ATTO 34,455mm
Peugeot e-20084,304mm-151mm
Width
BYD ATTO 31,875mm
Peugeot e-20081,770mm-105mm
Height
BYD ATTO 31,615mm
Peugeot e-20081,523mm-92mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,304 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,875 mm | 1,770 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,075 mm | 1,987 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,523 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 525 mm spare | 630 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 440 L (better) | 434 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1338 L | 1467 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 95% of SUVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 90% of SUVs in our database.
Peugeot e-2008
- At 4,304 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 90% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 3 EVO Design RWD |  Peugeot e-2008 Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.46m | 4.30m-151mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.77m-105mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | 1.99m-88mm |
| Height | 1.61m | 1.52m-92mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.72m | 2.60m-115mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 440L (better) | 434L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1338L | 1467L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,750kg | 1,548kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 74.8kWh (better) | 54kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 317 mi (better) | 246 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 220kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £38,990 | £29,565 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £38,990 (not eligible) | £28,065 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 317 miles (better) | 246 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 263 miles (better) | 205 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 220 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 147 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 74.8 kWh (better) | 51 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
| Power | 230 kW (better) | 115 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD ATTO 3
EVO Design RWD
Peugeot e-2008
Allure 54kWh 156
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BYD ATTO 3
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-2008 Allure 54kWh 156
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD ATTO 3 worth the extra £9,425 over the Peugeot e-2008?
The BYD ATTO 3 costs £9,425 more than the Peugeot e-2008. For that premium it adds 71 miles more WLTP range, 120 kW faster peak rapid charging and 115 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Peugeot e-2008 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Peugeot e-2008?
The Peugeot e-2008 is £9,425 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Peugeot e-2008 comes out roughly £9,465 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 3 and Peugeot e-2008 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 263 miles for the BYD ATTO 3 and 205 miles for the Peugeot e-2008 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD ATTO 3 goes roughly 58 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Peugeot e-2008?
The Peugeot e-2008 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 105 mm narrower than the BYD ATTO 3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 630 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-2008 and about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 3.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Peugeot e-2008?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 3 and 84% for the Peugeot e-2008. 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 Peugeot e-2008'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 .