In this comparison, BYD ATTO 2 stays competitive across the board, while the Peugeot e-2008 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
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Our take
The Peugeot e-2008 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,850 | £29,565 (better) |
| Official range | 214 miles | 246 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 400 L | 434 L (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
Size Comparison
Length
Width
Height
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,304 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm | 1,770 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,060 mm | 1,987 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,523 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare | 630 mm spare (better) |
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L | 434 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1340 L | 1467 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BYD ATTO 2
Peugeot e-2008
| Specification | BYD ATTO 2 Boost | Peugeot e-2008 Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.30m-6mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.77m-60mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 1.99m-73mm |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.52m-152mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.60m-15mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L | 434L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1340L | 1467L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,590kg | 1,548kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 51.1kWh | 54kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 214 mi | 246 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,850 | £29,565 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,850 (not eligible) | £28,065 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2023+ |
* BYD ATTO 2: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 214 miles | 246 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles | 205 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 45.1 kWh | 51 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
| Power | 130 kW (better) | 115 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.

BYD ATTO 2
Boost

Peugeot e-2008
Allure 54kWh 156
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £19,991 | £15,295 |
| Average used price | £20,662 | £16,690 |
| Saving vs RRP | £10,188 below new | £12,875 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 5.9% over ~6 months | Up 7.7% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
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BYD ATTO 2 Boost
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Tested 2019
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Peugeot e-2008Allure 54kWh 156 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
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Peugeot e-2008
The BYD ATTO 2 costs £1,285 more than the Peugeot e-2008. For that premium it adds a 1.2s quicker 0-62mph time. The Peugeot e-2008 is not just cheaper - it also offers 32 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Peugeot e-2008 comes out ahead overall.
The Peugeot e-2008 is £1,285 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Peugeot e-2008 comes out roughly £1,325 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the BYD ATTO 2 and 205 miles for the Peugeot e-2008 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Peugeot e-2008 goes roughly 27 miles further between charging stops.
The Peugeot e-2008 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 60 mm narrower than the BYD ATTO 2. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 630 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-2008 and about 570 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 2.
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 2 and 84% for the Peugeot e-2008. 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 Peugeot e-2008's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .