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BYD ATTO 3 vs Smart #5
Selected trimEVO Design RWDChange trim317 mi · 74.8 kWh · £38,990
At a glance
In this comparison, BYD ATTO 3 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Smart #5 leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BYD ATTO 3 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 Smart #5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BYD ATTO 3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSmart
BYD
5.9
Smart
6.4
Motorway RangeBYD
BYD
5.1
Smart
2.7
FamilySmart
BYD
5
Smart
9
Charging
BYD
5.1
Smart
5
Too close to call
Cost Per MileBYD
BYD
6.2
Smart
1.6
City DrivingBYD
BYD
6.5
Smart
3.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BYD ATTO 3
EVO Design RWD
- 29 miles more WLTP range
- 70 kW faster rapid charging
- 1.4s quicker 0-62 mph
- 38 Wh/km more efficient
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £38,990 (better) | £39,800 |
| Official range | 317 miles (better) | 288 miles |
| Boot space | 440 L | 630 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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BYD ATTO 3
Smart #5
Length
BYD ATTO 34,455mm-240mm
Smart #54,695mm
Width
BYD ATTO 31,875mm-45mm
Smart #51,920mm
Height
BYD ATTO 31,615mm-90mm
Smart #51,705mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,455 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,875 mm (better) | 1,920 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,075 mm (better) | 2,169 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,705 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) | 480 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 3 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 440 L | 630 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1338 L | 1530 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 47 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,600 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 95% of SUVs we track.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Smart #5
- Boot space of 630 L is bigger than 90% of SUVs we track.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BYD ATTO 3 EVO Design RWD |  Smart #5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.46m | 4.70m+240mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.92m+45mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | 2.17m+94mm |
| Height | 1.61m | 1.71m+90mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.72m | 2.90m+180mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180mm | 190mm+10mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 440L | 630L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1338L | 1530L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 47L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 1,750kg (better) | 2,200kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,600kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 74.8kWh | 76kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 317 mi (better) | 288 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 220kW (better) | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £38,990 (better) | £39,800 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 317 miles (better) | 288 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 263 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 220 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 147 Wh/km (better) | 185 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 74.8 kWh | 76 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
| Power | 230 kW | 250 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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BYD ATTO 3
EVO Design RWD
Smart #5
Pro
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Smart #5 Pro
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BYD ATTO 3EVO Design RWD | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Smart #5?
The BYD ATTO 3 is £810 cheaper to buy. The BYD ATTO 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 a year versus £200 for the Smart #5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BYD ATTO 3 comes out roughly £1,010 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 Smart #5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 263 miles for the BYD ATTO 3 and 202 miles for the Smart #5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BYD ATTO 3 goes roughly 62 miles further between charging stops. 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 Smart #5?
The BYD ATTO 3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 45 mm narrower than the Smart #5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 525 mm of total clearance for the BYD ATTO 3 and about 480 mm of total clearance for the Smart #5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BYD ATTO 3 or the Smart #5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the BYD ATTO 3 and 90% for the Smart #5. 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 .