BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV

The new BYD Atto 3 takes on the rivals like the MG ZS EV and the Hyundai Kona electric SUV in the Indian market

BYD recently became the best-selling and largest electric brand in the world and is now expanding its footprint in the country. The Chinese carmaker recently launched the new Atto 3 in India for the buyers looking for a practical and premium electric car in India. The new BYD Atto 3 takes on the rivals like the MG ZS EV and the Hyundai Kona Electric. If you are also planning to buy a new electric SUV soon, here is a detailed BYD Atto 3 Vs MG ZS EV comparison that you should check out.

Design and Dimensions

The new BYD Atto 3 offers a sharp and elegant exterior styling that gives it a strong road presence and a premium identity. The Atto 3 is significantly larger than many of the rivals and measures 4455 mm in length, 1875 mm in width, 1615 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2720 mm. The ground clearance is claimed to be 175 mm while the boot capacity stands at 440 L. Needless to say, the build quality is impressive and so are the panel gaps.

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The MG ZS EV on the other hand also boasts elegant styling and after the latest updates, is offered with LED lights, LED tail lights, dual-tone alloy wheels, a closed front grille, and a strong road presence. For those wondering, the MG ZS EV measures 4323 mm in length, 1809 mm in width, and 1649 mm in height while the wheelbase stands at 2585 mm. The boot capacity and ground clearance on the other hand are claimed to be 470 L and 177 mm respectively. A quick comparison is given below in the table:

	BYD Atto 3	MG ZS EV
Length	4455 mm	4323 mm
Width	1875 mm	1809 mm
Height	1615 mm	1649 mm
Wheelbase	2720 mm	2585 mm
Boot Capacity	440 L	470 L
Ground Clearance	175 mm	177 mm
Wheel Size	18 inch	17 inch

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Powertrain and Performance

The new Atto 3 will be offered with 60.48 kWh battery pack that powers a permanent magnet synchronous motor capable of delivering peak power and torque output of 204 hp and 310 Nm. For those wondering, the car offers an ARAI-claimed range of 521 km on a single charge.

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The new MG ZS EV on the other hand is offered with a smaller 50.3 kWh battery pack that powers a 176 hp of maximum power output while the peak torque figures stand at 280 Nm. The claimed (ICAT) range stands at 461 km on a single charge. A quick comparison is given below in the table:

	BYD Atto 3	MG ZS EV
Battery Capacity	60.48 kWh	50.3 kWh
Electric motor	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Power	204 hp	176 hp
Torque	310 Nm	280 Nm
Range (Claimed)	521 km (ARAI)	461 km (ICAT)

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BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV Charging

	BYD Atto 3	MG ZS EV
AC Slow Charging	NA	18-19 hours to 10% (15 A socket)
AC Fast Charging	About 10 hours to 100% (7 kW)	About 8-9 hours to 100% (7.4 kW)
DC Fast Charging	50 mins to 80% (7 kW)	About 1 hours to 80% (50 kW)