Global EV Comparison: BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh vs Kia EV3 Long Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of €31990, compared to the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…), which starts at €41390.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €31990 | €41390 |
| GCC Score | 5.8 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 501 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 312 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 265 km | 493 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51.1 kWh | 81.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 45.1 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 6.32 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 8.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) maxes out at 65 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 65 kW | 135 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 283 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 7.7 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…).
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2060 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1675 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…), but the BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1645 kg | 1950 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 400 l | 460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1340 l | 1250 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 25 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6 |
