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Audi Q4 e-tron (2021-2023) vs BYD ATTO 3
Selected trim35 e-tron · 2021-23Change trim221 mi · 55 kWh · £40,750
Selected trimEVO Design RWDChange trim317 mi · 74.8 kWh · £38,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q4 e-tron leads on family practicality, while the BYD ATTO 3 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q4 e-tron (2021-2023) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the BYD ATTO 3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BYD ATTO 3 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueBYD
Audi
5.1
BYD
5.9
Motorway RangeBYD
Audi
3.7
BYD
5.1
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
BYD
5
ChargingBYD
Audi
2
BYD
5.1
Cost Per MileBYD
Audi
4.8
BYD
6.2
City DrivingBYD
Audi
6
BYD
6.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BYD ATTO 3
EVO Design RWD
- £1,760 cheaper
- 96 miles more WLTP range
- 120 kW faster rapid charging
- 105 kW more power
- 3.5s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £40,750 | £38,990 (better) |
| Official range | 221 miles | 317 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 520 L (better) | 440 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 35 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 5.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q4 e-tron
BYD ATTO 3
Length
Audi Q4 e-tron4,588mm
BYD ATTO 34,455mm-133mm
Width
Audi Q4 e-tron1,865mm-10mm
BYD ATTO 31,875mm
Height
Audi Q4 e-tron1,632mm
BYD ATTO 31,615mm-17mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,588 mm | 4,455 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,865 mm (better) | 1,875 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,108 mm | 2,075 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,632 mm | 1,615 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 535 mm spare (better) | 525 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 3 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L (better) | 440 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1490 L (better) | 1338 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi Q4 e-tron
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
BYD ATTO 3
- Uses 147 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of SUVs we track.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q4 e-tron 35 e-tron |  BYD ATTO 3 EVO Design RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.46m-133mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.88m+10mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | 2.08m-33mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.61m-17mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.76m | 2.72m-44mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 180mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L (better) | 440L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1490L (better) | 1338L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,750kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 55kWh | 74.8kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 221 mi | 317 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 220kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £40,750 | £38,990 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2023 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 221 miles | 317 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 184 miles | 263 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 35 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 220 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 147 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh | 74.8 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 5.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 230 kW (better) |
| Torque | Not available | 310 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi Q4 e-tron
35 e-tron
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
BYD ATTO 3
EVO Design RWD
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q4 e-tron 35 e-tron
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 250,000 km (better) |
Buying options
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Audi Q4 e-tron
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
BYD ATTO 3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi Q4 e-tron
- £19,0412023Car360View
- £18,3932023Car360View
BYD ATTO 3
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q4 e-tron worth the extra £1,760 over the BYD ATTO 3?
The Audi Q4 e-tron costs £1,760 more than the BYD ATTO 3. For that premium it adds 80 litres more boot space. The BYD ATTO 3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 96 miles more WLTP range, 120 kW faster peak rapid charging and 105 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BYD ATTO 3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the BYD ATTO 3?
The BYD ATTO 3 is £1,760 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BYD ATTO 3 comes out roughly £1,800 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi Q4 e-tron and BYD ATTO 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 184 miles for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 263 miles for the BYD ATTO 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD ATTO 3 goes roughly 80 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the BYD ATTO 3?
The two are within 10 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 535 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q4 e-tron and about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 3.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the BYD ATTO 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 90% for the BYD ATTO 3. That gives the BYD ATTO 3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The BYD ATTO 3's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Audi Q4 e-tron's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Further reading
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .