Global EV Comparison: Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric vs BYD Atto 3 FWD

The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of . The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €30890 on the used car market.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) maxes out at 110 kW.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is limited to 7 kW.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has more power, the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) 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 Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022), but the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) doesn’t have one.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.