Global EV Comparison: BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh vs MG ZS EV Standard 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 MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…), which starts at €33990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China, Indonesia, India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €31990 | €33990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €13750 |
| GCC Score | 5.8 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 312 km | 320 km |
| Range (GCC) | 265 km | 272 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51.1 kWh | 51.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 45.1 kWh | 49 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 5.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 5.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 75 kW, while the BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) maxes out at 65 kW.
The BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 65 kW | 75 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 3.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) and MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4310 mm | 4323 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2060 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1830 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1675 mm | 1649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2620 mm | 2581 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…).
| Property | BYD Atto 2 51.1 kWh | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1645 kg | 1645 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 400 l | 448 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1340 l | 1166 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.3 |
