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BYD ATTO 2 vs Volvo EX30
Selected trimBoostChange trim214 mi · 51.1 kWh · £30,850
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 2 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Volvo EX30 leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
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 Volvo EX30 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Volvo EX30 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVolvo
BYD
4.6
Volvo
5.9
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
3.7
Volvo
2.7
FamilyVolvo
BYD
2.3
Volvo
5
ChargingVolvo
BYD
1.9
Volvo
5.7
Cost Per MileBYD
BYD
6.1
Volvo
3
City DrivingBYD
BYD
7.3
Volvo
6.2
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 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,850 (better) | £33,060 |
| Official range | 214 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Boot space | 400 L | 400 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 26 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 2
Volvo EX30
Length
BYD ATTO 24,310mm
Volvo EX304,233mm-77mm
Width
BYD ATTO 21,830mm-8mm
Volvo EX301,838mm
Height
BYD ATTO 21,675mm
Volvo EX301,550mm-125mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,233 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm (better) | 1,838 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,060 mm | 2,032 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare (better) | 562 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 821 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L | 400 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1340 L (better) | 1000 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 7 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,000 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 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.
Volvo EX30
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 2 Boost |  Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.23m-77mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.84m+8mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.03m-28mm |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.55m-125mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.65m+30mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L | 400L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1340L (better) | 1000L |
| Frunk | Not available | 7L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 821mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,590kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 51.1kWh (better) | 51kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 214 mi (better) | 209 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,850 (better) | £33,060 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* BYD ATTO 2: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
* Volvo EX30: 11 kW AC on Core and Plus; Ultra has a 22 kW on-board charger.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 214 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 26 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 169 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 45.1 kWh | 51 kWh (better) |
| 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 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
| Power | 130 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 343 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BYD ATTO 2
Boost
Volvo EX30
Single Motor
7.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.1/5
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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 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £19,991 | £23,499 |
| Average used price | £20,662 | £25,831 |
| Saving vs RRP | £10,188 below new | £7,229 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 5.9% over ~6 months | Up 8.1% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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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.
Euro NCAP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 2Boost | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 2
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Volvo EX30
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BYD ATTO 2
No active listings.
Volvo EX30
- £26,1672024Car360View
- £27,5512025Car360View
- £23,4992024Browns of RichmondView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX30 worth the extra £2,210 over the BYD ATTO 2?
The Volvo EX30 costs £2,210 more than the BYD ATTO 2. For that premium it adds 68 kW faster peak rapid charging and 70 kW more power. The BYD ATTO 2 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.2s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Volvo EX30 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Volvo EX30?
The BYD ATTO 2 is £2,210 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 £2,330 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 Volvo EX30 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the BYD ATTO 2 and 149 miles for the Volvo EX30 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD ATTO 2 goes roughly 30 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Volvo EX30?
The two are within 8 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 2 and about 562 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX30. The BYD ATTO 2 also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD ATTO 2 or the Volvo EX30?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 2 and 90% for the Volvo EX30. 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .