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BYD ATTO 2 vs Skoda Epiq
Selected trimBoostChange trim214 mi · 51.1 kWh · £30,850
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 2 stays competitive across the board, while the Skoda Epiq leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Epiq wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueSkoda
BYD
4.6
Skoda
5.5
Motorway Range
BYD
3.7
Skoda
4
Too close to call
FamilySkoda
BYD
2.3
Skoda
4.5
ChargingSkoda
BYD
1.9
Skoda
3.2
Cost Per MileSkoda
BYD
6.1
Skoda
9.2
City DrivingSkoda
BYD
7.3
Skoda
7.8
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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,850 | £24,950 (better) |
| Official range | 214 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 400 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 2
Skoda Epiq
Length
BYD ATTO 24,310mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm-110mm
Width
BYD ATTO 21,830mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-32mm
Height
BYD ATTO 21,675mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm-94mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm | 1,798 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,060 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,581 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare | 602 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1340 L | 1345 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,200 kg (better) |
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 32 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.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 2 Boost |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.20m-110mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.80m-32mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.58m-94mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.60m-19mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | 125mm-40mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1340L | 1345L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 10.68m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,590kg | 1,542kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 51.1kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 214 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW | 90kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,850 | £24,950 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,850 (not eligible) | £23,450 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* BYD ATTO 2: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 214 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW | 90 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 45.1 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| 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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 130 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 267 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
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.
BYD ATTO 2
Boost
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 2
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD ATTO 2 worth the extra £5,900 over the Skoda Epiq?
The BYD ATTO 2 costs £5,900 more than the Skoda Epiq. For that premium it adds 31 kW more power and a 1.9s quicker 0-62mph time. The Skoda Epiq is not just cheaper - it also offers 75 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Epiq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is £5,900 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Epiq comes out roughly £6,020 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 Skoda Epiq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the BYD ATTO 2 and 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD ATTO 2 goes roughly 21 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 32 mm narrower than the BYD ATTO 2. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq 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 Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 2 and 90% for the Skoda Epiq. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .