2024 BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV Spec Comparison: Which is Better?
Here's how the recently updated BYD Atto 3 stacks up against the MG ZS EV on different parameters, including powertrain, dimensions, and features.
By Sanorita
BYD (Build Your Dreams) recently refreshed the Atto 3 model range in India, making the SUV more affordable than before. The electric SUV was previously offered in a single fully loaded variant. However, it is now available in three different variants – Dynamic, Premium, and Superior, priced at Rs 24.99 lakh, Rs 29.85 lakh, and Rs 33.99 lakh, respectively. With the new entry-level trim featuring a 49.92kWh battery, the SUV is now Rs 9 lakh cheaper than the previous model. It is also in direct competition with the MG ZS EV, which has a comparable battery. Let's compare the two models to determine which one is the more suitable option.
2024 BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV: Powertrain
Battery-wise, the base Dynamic variant gets a new 49.92kWh battery unit, while the Premium and Superior variants get the previously available larger 60.48kWh unit. The former offers a range of 468 kilometres on a single charge, while the latter two offer a range of 521 kilometres. The Dynamic can go from 0 to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds, but the Premium and Superior can do the same in 7.3 seconds. All models feature the same single front-axle electric motor, which produces 201bhp and 310Nm.
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The MG ZS EV, on the other hand, only has one battery option: a 50.3kWh unit. Its performance figures, 174bhp, and 280Nm, are a bit lower than those of its Chinese counterpart. The MG car boasts a range of up to 461 kilometres, which is also a little less than the entry-level BYD model.
2024 BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV: Charging
For rapid charging from 0% to 80% in just 50 minutes, the Atto 3 comes with an 80 kW DC fast charger for higher-end versions and a 70 kW DC fast charger for the entry-level model. In comparison, the ZS EV gets a 50 kW DC fast charging option, which takes 60 minutes to accomplish the same task.
The Atto 3 can be fully charged with an AC charger in 8 hours for the base model and up to 10 hours for the higher-spec models. The MG car requires around 9 hours to be fully charged with an AC charger.
2024 BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV: Features
The two cars from different manufacturers offer some similar features, like a 6-way power adjustable driver seat, a panoramic sunroof, keyless entry, a push start/stop button, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), ADAS, and a 360-degree camera. However, the Atto 3 outperforms the ZS EV with a larger 12.8-inch touchscreen, a 4-way adjustable front passenger seat, and an 8-speaker sound system.
The ZS EV, however, benefits from a larger 7-inch digital driver's display, height-adjustable headrests for all seats, and connected car tech.
2024 BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV: Dimensions
The Atto 3 is 132mm long and 66mm broad than its rival. Although the BYD EV's wheelbase is 135mm longer than that of the ZS EV, it is shorter by 34mm in height.
| Model | BYD Atto 3 | MG ZS EV |
| Height | 1,615mm | 1,649mm |
| Width | 1.875mm | 1,809mm |
| Length | 4,455mm | 4,323mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720mm | 2,585mm |
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2024 BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV: Price
In terms of price, the Atto 3 costs between Rs 24.99 lakh and Rs 33.99 lakh, while the ZS EV ranges between Rs 18.98 lakh and Rs 25.44 lakh. The latter with a reduced asking price is more affordable than BYD SUV's base variant by Rs 6 lakh.
