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BYD ATTO 3 (2023-2026) vs Jeep Compass
Selected trimComfort · 2023-26Change trim261 mi · 60.48 kWh · £36,990
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 3 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Jeep Compass leads on value for money and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 3 (2023-2026) 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 drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Jeep Compass if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BYD ATTO 3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueJeep
BYD
5.6
Jeep
6.6
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
4.1
Jeep
2.2
Family
BYD
6.9
Jeep
7.1
Too close to call
ChargingJeep
BYD
2.1
Jeep
4.3
Cost Per MileBYD
BYD
6.2
Jeep
1.3
City DrivingBYD
BYD
6.6
Jeep
4.1
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 3Comfort (2023-26) | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,990 (better) | £36,999 |
| Official range | 261 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 440 L | 550 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | 35 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 3
Jeep Compass
Length
BYD ATTO 34,455mm-95mm
Jeep Compass4,550mm
Width
BYD ATTO 31,875mm-25mm
Jeep Compass1,900mm
Height
BYD ATTO 31,615mm-85mm
Jeep Compass1,700mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,875 mm (better) | 1,900 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,075 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 525 mm spare (better) | 500 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 (better) | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 440 L | 550 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1338 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 3
- Uses 147 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- One of 34 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.
Jeep Compass
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 3 Comfort (2023-26) |  Jeep Compass Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.46m | 4.55m+95mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.90m+25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | Not available |
| Height | 1.61m | 1.70m+85mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.72m | 2.80m+80mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180mm | 200mm+20mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 440L | 550L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1338L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 1,750kg (better) | 2,115kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 60.48kWh | 74kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 261 mi | 285 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,990 (better) | £36,999 |
| Price after EV grant | £36,990 (not eligible) | £35,499 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023–2026 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 261 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 213 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | 35 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 147 Wh/km (better) | 189 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 60.5 kWh | 74 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec | Not available |
| Power | 150 kW | 155 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 345 Nm (better) |
| 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 3
Comfort (2023-26)
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Jeep Compass
Altitude
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BYD ATTO 3 Comfort (2023-26)
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users69%
Safety Assist74%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Jeep Compass Altitude
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist66%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Jeep Compass
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BYD ATTO 3
- £20,1992024Car360View
- £19,9812024Car360View
- £19,3642024Car360View
Jeep Compass
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Jeep Compass?
The BYD ATTO 3 is £9 cheaper to buy. The BYD ATTO 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 a year versus £208 for the Jeep Compass, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £249 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BYD ATTO 3 and Jeep Compass like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 213 miles for the BYD ATTO 3 and 193 miles for the Jeep Compass - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD ATTO 3 goes roughly 21 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 35-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Jeep Compass?
The two are within 25 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 3 and about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Jeep Compass?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 92% battery health for the BYD ATTO 3 and 84% for the Jeep Compass. 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 Jeep Compass's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .