Global EV Comparison: BYD Atto 3 FWD vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW
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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 Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…), which starts at €57490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €57490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €26985 | €44990 |
| GCC Score | 5.4 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…).
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 420 km | 515 km |
| Range (GCC) | 357 km | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 62 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 60.4 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.91 km/kWh | 4.89 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 130 kW, while the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) maxes out at 110 kW.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is limited to 7 kW.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 110 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.9 | 7.8 |
Performance
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is front-wheel drive, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 225 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 302 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 s | 5.7 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4455 mm | 4595 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2050 mm | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1875 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1615 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2720 mm | 2775 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 Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) 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.
| Property | BYD Atto 3 FWD | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1750 kg | 2259 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 440 l | 408 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1338 l | 1280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 6.8 |
