Global EV Comparison: Kia EV3 Long Range vs BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) has a starting price of €41390, compared to the BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…), which starts at €40000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €41390 | €40000 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.2 |
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 64.8 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 501 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | 420 km |
| Range (GCC) | 493 km | 357 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 81.4 kWh | 64.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 78 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 16.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.32 km/kWh | 6.16 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.6 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 155 kW, while the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) maxes out at 135 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 135 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…) has more power, the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 283 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BYD Atto 2 64.8 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 | Kia EV3 Long Range | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2060 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Atto 2 64.8 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 64.8 kWh (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1950 kg | 1680 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 460 l | 400 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1250 l | 1340 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 25 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6 | 6 |
