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BYD ATTO 3 vs Tesla Model 3
Selected trimEVO Design RWDChange trim317 mi · 74.8 kWh · £38,990
Selected trimRWDChange trim332 mi · 60 kWh · £37,990
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 3 leads on charging speed and city driving, while the Tesla Model 3 leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 3 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Tesla Model 3 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Tesla Model 3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueTesla
BYD
5.9
Tesla
6.4
Motorway Range
BYD
5.1
Tesla
5.5
Too close to call
FamilyTesla
BYD
5
Tesla
7.1
ChargingBYD
BYD
5.1
Tesla
2.3
Cost Per MileTesla
BYD
6.2
Tesla
8.8
City DrivingBYD
BYD
6.5
Tesla
4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BYD ATTO 3
EVO Design RWD
- 45 kW faster rapid charging
- 1.2 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £38,990 | £37,990 (better) |
| Official range | 317 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 440 L | 682 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 3
Tesla Model 3
Length
BYD ATTO 34,455mm-266mm
Tesla Model 34,721mm
Width
BYD ATTO 31,875mm-58mm
Tesla Model 31,933mm
Height
BYD ATTO 31,615mm
Tesla Model 31,440mm-175mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,721 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,875 mm (better) | 1,933 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,075 mm (better) | 2,088 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 525 mm spare (better) | 467 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 440 L | 682 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1338 L | Not available |
| 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 85% of SUVs in our database.
Tesla Model 3
- 2nd-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 682 L.
- At 4,721 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 130 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 3 EVO Design RWD |  Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.46m | 4.72m+266mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.93m+58mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | 2.09m+13mm |
| Height | 1.61m | 1.44m-175mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.72m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | 180mm | 137mm-43mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 440L | 682L* (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1338L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,750kg (better) | 1,772kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 74.8kWh (better) | 60kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 317 mi | 332 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 220kW (better) | 175kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £38,990 | £37,990 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla publishes 682 L as total cargo volume (boot + frunk, measured to roof) — not directly comparable to standard VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Not published by Tesla; verified from multiple independent sources.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 317 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 263 miles (better) | 229 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 220 kW (better) | 175 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | 147 Wh/km | 130 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 74.8 kWh (better) | 57.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| 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 | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.2 sec |
| Power | 230 kW (better) | 208 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD ATTO 3
EVO Design RWD
Tesla Model 3
RWD
8.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- Electrifying.com9/10
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
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BYD ATTO 3
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model 3 RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users89%
Safety Assist87%
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 | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 3
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Tesla Model 3
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD ATTO 3 worth the extra £1,000 over the Tesla Model 3?
The BYD ATTO 3 costs £1,000 more than the Tesla Model 3. For that premium it adds 45 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Tesla Model 3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 242 litres more boot space and lower energy use, 130 versus 147 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Tesla Model 3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 is £1,000 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 Tesla Model 3 comes out roughly £1,080 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 Tesla Model 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 263 miles for the BYD ATTO 3 and 229 miles for the Tesla Model 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD ATTO 3 goes roughly 34 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Tesla Model 3?
The BYD ATTO 3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 58 mm narrower than the Tesla Model 3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 3 and about 467 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3. The BYD ATTO 3 also turns in a 1.2 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 Tesla Model 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 3 and 92% for the Tesla Model 3. That gives the Tesla Model 3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. 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 .