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BYD ATTO 3 (2023-2026) vs Vauxhall Grandland
Selected trimComfort · 2023-26Change trim261 mi · 60.48 kWh · £36,990
Selected trimDesignChange trim325 mi · 73 kWh · £37,355
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 3 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Vauxhall Grandland 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 Vauxhall Grandland 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.
ValueVauxhall
BYD
5.6
Vauxhall
6.6
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
4.1
Vauxhall
3.4
Family
BYD
6.9
Vauxhall
7.1
Too close to call
ChargingVauxhall
BYD
2.1
Vauxhall
4.8
Cost Per MileBYD
BYD
6.2
Vauxhall
2.7
City DrivingBYD
BYD
6.6
Vauxhall
3.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Vauxhall Grandland
Design
- 64 miles more WLTP range
- 110 litres more boot space
- 72 kW faster rapid charging
- 450 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,990 (better) | £37,355 |
| Official range | 261 miles | 325 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 440 L | 550 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec (better) | 9 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 3
Vauxhall Grandland
Length
BYD ATTO 34,455mm-195mm
Vauxhall Grandland4,650mm
Width
BYD ATTO 31,875mm-233mm
Vauxhall Grandland2,108mm
Height
BYD ATTO 31,615mm-46mm
Vauxhall Grandland1,661mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,650 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,875 mm (better) | 2,108 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,075 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,661 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 525 mm spare (better) | 292 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1645 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 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 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.
Vauxhall Grandland
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 3 Comfort (2023-26) |  Vauxhall Grandland Design |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.46m | 4.65m+195mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 2.11m+233mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | Not available |
| Height | 1.61m | 1.66m+46mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.72m | 2.79m+74mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 440L | 550L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1338L | 1645L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,750kg (better) | 2,207kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 60.48kWh | 73kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 261 mi | 325 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,990 (better) | £37,355 |
| Price after EV grant | £36,990 (not eligible) | £35,855 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023–2026 | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 261 miles | 325 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 213 miles | 220 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 147 Wh/km (better) | 172 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 60.5 kWh | 73 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec (better) | 9 sec |
| Power | 150 kW | 157 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.
Vauxhall Grandland
Design
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3Comfort (2023-26) | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £19,474 | £21,995 |
| Average used price | £20,420 | £22,012 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 34 listings (better) | 8 listings |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
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 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 - Vauxhall Grandland Design
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
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) | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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BYD ATTO 3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Grandland
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BYD ATTO 3
- £19,9812024Car360View
- £19,3642024Car360View
- £18,6992023Car360View
Vauxhall Grandland
- £21,9952025EVHEROView
- £23,8822025Car360View
- £22,0122024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Vauxhall Grandland?
The BYD ATTO 3 is £365 cheaper to buy. The BYD ATTO 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 a year versus £192 for the Vauxhall Grandland, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BYD ATTO 3 comes out roughly £525 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 3 and Vauxhall Grandland like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 213 miles for the BYD ATTO 3 and 220 miles for the Vauxhall Grandland - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Vauxhall Grandland?
The BYD ATTO 3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 233 mm narrower than the Vauxhall Grandland. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 3 and about 292 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Grandland. The BYD ATTO 3 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 3 or the Vauxhall Grandland?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 92% battery health for the BYD ATTO 3 and 84% for the Vauxhall Grandland. 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 Vauxhall Grandland's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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 .