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BYD ATTO 2 vs Kia Niro EV
Selected trimBoostChange trim214 mi · 51.1 kWh · £30,850
Selected trim2 · 2022-26Change trim288 mi · 64.8 kWh · £34,995
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 2 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Kia Niro EV leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 2 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Kia Niro EV if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BYD ATTO 2 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
BYD
4.6
Kia
4.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
3.7
Kia
2.1
FamilyKia
BYD
2.3
Kia
4.7
Cost Per MileBYD
BYD
6.1
Kia
3.5
City DrivingBYD
BYD
7.3
Kia
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,850 (better) | £34,995 |
| Official range | 214 miles | 288 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 400 L | 475 L (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 2
Kia Niro EV
Length
BYD ATTO 24,310mm-110mm
Kia Niro EV4,420mm
Width
BYD ATTO 21,830mm
Kia Niro EV1,825mm-5mm
Height
BYD ATTO 21,675mm
Kia Niro EV1,545mm-130mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,420 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm | 1,825 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,060 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,545 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare | 575 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1340 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BYD ATTO 2
- At 4,310 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 10.5 m turning circle, tighter than 80% of SUVs in our database.
Kia Niro EV
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 2 Boost |  Kia Niro EV 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.42m+110mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.82m-5mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.54m-130mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.72m+100mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1340L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,590kg (better) | 1,739kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 51.1kWh | 64.8kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 214 mi | 288 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,850 (better) | £34,995 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2022–2026 |
* BYD ATTO 2: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
* Kia Niro EV: Heat pump: an option on the 3 and 4, not available on the 2.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 214 miles | 288 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles | 194 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 164 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 45.1 kWh | 64.8 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 130 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 255 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | fwd |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD ATTO 2
Boost
Kia Niro EV
2
8.0/10
average across 7 reviews
- Electrifying.com9/10
- DrivingElectric4/5
- Autocar4/5
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BYD ATTO 2
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £19,991 | £16,530 |
| Average used price | £20,662 | £19,500 |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 5.9% over ~6 months | Down 2.5% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BYD ATTO 2 Boost
BYD ATTO 2 Boost
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 2
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Kia Niro EV
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BYD ATTO 2
No active listings.
Kia Niro EV
- £13,4052023Car360View
- £23,6502024Car360View
- £22,6412024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Niro EV worth the extra £4,145 over the BYD ATTO 2?
The Kia Niro EV costs £4,145 more than the BYD ATTO 2. For that premium it adds 74 miles more WLTP range and 75 litres more boot space. The BYD ATTO 2 is not just cheaper - it also offers 32 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BYD ATTO 2 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Kia Niro EV?
The BYD ATTO 2 is £4,145 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 2 comes out roughly £4,225 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BYD ATTO 2 and Kia Niro EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the BYD ATTO 2 and 194 miles for the Kia Niro EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia Niro EV goes roughly 16 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Kia Niro EV?
The two are within 5 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 575 mm of total clearance for the Kia Niro EV and about 570 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 2.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Kia Niro EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 2 and 84% for the Kia Niro EV. That gives the BYD ATTO 2 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The BYD ATTO 2's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia Niro EV's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. The BYD ATTO 2 has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia Niro EV.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .