Global EV Comparison: BYD Atto 3 FWD vs BMW iX1 eDrive20
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) has a starting price of , compared to the BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…), which starts at €48300.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, India, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €48300 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €26985 | €35891 |
| GCC Score | 5.4 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…).
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 420 km | 475 km |
| Range (GCC) | 357 km | 395 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 62 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 60.4 kWh | 64.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.91 km/kWh | 6.11 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 128 kW, while the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) maxes out at 110 kW.
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) 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.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 110 kW | 128 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 247 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 s | 8.3 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) and BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4455 mm | 4500 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2050 mm | 2104 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1875 mm | 1845 mm |
| Height | 1615 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2720 mm | 2692 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) 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 BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1750 kg | 1940 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 440 l | 490 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1338 l | 1495 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 6.5 |
