Global EV Comparison: BYD Atto 2 Active FWD vs Omoda E5 Electric
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General Info
The Omoda E5 (2024-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €39610. The BYD Atto 2 Active FWD (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 Active FWD | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China, Malaysia |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €35000 | €39610 |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Omoda E5 (2024-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Atto 2 Active FWD (2025-…).
| Property | BYD Atto 2 Active FWD | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 312 km | 430 km |
| Range (GCC) | 265 km | 366 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 47 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 45.1 kWh | 61 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.6 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Atto 2 Active FWD (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 88 kW, while the Omoda E5 (2024-...) maxes out at 80 kW.
The BYD Atto 2 Active FWD (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Omoda E5 (2024-...) is limited to 9.9 kW.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 Active FWD | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 9.9 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 88 kW | 80 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 5.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Omoda E5 (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 Active FWD | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | 340 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 7.2 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 172 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.8 |
Dimensions
The Omoda E5 (2024-...) has a longer body, while the BYD Atto 2 Active FWD (2025-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 Active FWD | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4310 mm | 4424 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2060 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Height | 1675 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Atto 2 Active FWD (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Omoda E5 (2024-...), but the BYD Atto 2 Active FWD (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Omoda E5 (2024-...) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the BYD Atto 2 Active FWD (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 Active FWD | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | - Curb Weight | 1710 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 400 l | 300 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1340 l | 1079 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 19 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.1 | 6.3 |
