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BYD ATTO 3 vs Skoda Peaq
Selected trimEVO Design RWDChange trim317 mi · 74.8 kWh · £38,990
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 3 leads on city driving, while the Skoda Peaq leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 3 if...
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Skoda Peaq if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Peaq leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
BYD
5.9
Skoda
6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeSkoda
BYD
5.1
Skoda
8.2
FamilySkoda
BYD
5
Skoda
9.5
ChargingSkoda
BYD
5.1
Skoda
6.5
Cost Per MileSkoda
BYD
6.2
Skoda
7.3
City DrivingBYD
BYD
6.5
Skoda
3.1
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 3EVO Design RWD | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £38,990 (better) | £51,980 |
| Official range | 317 miles | 402 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 440 L | 890 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 7.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 3
Skoda Peaq
Length
BYD ATTO 34,455mm-415mm
Skoda Peaq4,870mm
Width
BYD ATTO 31,875mm
Skoda Peaq1,867mm-8mm
Height
BYD ATTO 31,615mm-49mm
Skoda Peaq1,664mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,875 mm | 1,867 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,075 mm | 1,984 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 11.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 525 mm spare | 533 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 440 L | 890 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1338 L | 2075 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 37 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
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 85% of SUVs in our database.
Skoda Peaq
- 1st-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 890 L.
- 402 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,870 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 3 EVO Design RWD |  Skoda Peaq SE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.46m | 4.87m+415mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.87m-8mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | 1.98m-91mm |
| Height | 1.61m | 1.66m+49mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.72m | 2.96m+245mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 440L | 890L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1338L | 2075L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 37L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 11.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,750kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 74.8kWh | 91kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 317 mi | 402 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 220kW (better) | 199kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £38,990 (better) | £51,980 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2027+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 317 miles | 402 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 263 miles | 335 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 220 kW (better) | 199 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 147 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 74.8 kWh | 86 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | Not available |
| 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 | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 7.1 sec |
| Power | 230 kW (better) | 210 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 545 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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BYD ATTO 3
EVO Design RWD
Skoda Peaq
SE L 90
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Safety & ownership confidence
Warranty
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| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 3
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Skoda Peaq worth the extra £12,990 over the BYD ATTO 3?
The Skoda Peaq costs £12,990 more than the BYD ATTO 3. For that premium it adds 85 miles more WLTP range, 450 litres more boot space and 2 more seats (7 versus 5). The BYD ATTO 3 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.6s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Peaq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Skoda Peaq?
The BYD ATTO 3 is £12,990 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 BYD ATTO 3 comes out roughly £12,950 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 Skoda Peaq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 263 miles for the BYD ATTO 3 and 335 miles for the Skoda Peaq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Skoda Peaq goes roughly 71 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Skoda Peaq?
The two are within 8 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 533 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Peaq and about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 3. The BYD ATTO 3 also turns in a 1.0 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .