Global EV Comparison: Citroën e-C3 Base vs BYD Atto 3 FWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Citroën e-C3 (2024-…) has a starting price of €23300, compared to the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…), which starts at .
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Base | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €23300 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €26985 |
| GCC Score | 5 | 5.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Citroën e-C3 (2024-…).
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Base | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 320 km | 420 km |
| Range (GCC) | 272 km | 357 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 45 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 44 kWh | 60.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.2 kWh/100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.18 km/kWh | 5.91 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 6.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 110 kW, while the Citroën e-C3 (2024-…) maxes out at 100 kW.
The Citroën e-C3 (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is limited to 7 kW.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Base | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 7 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 110 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.2 | 4.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Base | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 83 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 111 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.9 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Base | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4015 mm | 4455 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1813 mm | 2050 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1755 mm | 1875 mm |
| Height | 1577 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Citroën e-C3 (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 550 kg, whereas the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Base | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1491 kg | 1750 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 310 l | 440 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1200 l | 1338 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 550 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.6 | 5.9 |
