Compare BYD models, understand Blade Battery technology, check real-world range, charging speeds, ownership costs, and get honest buying advice.
Model Guides
Electric hatchback
BYD's best-value EV — a compact electric hatchback with real-world range over 200 miles and a fun, distinctive design.
Electric compact SUV
BYD's compact electric SUV with SUV practicality, a bold interior, and long-term reliability backed by the Blade Battery.
Electric compact SUV
BYD's compact urban SUV brings Blade Battery safety and cell-to-body construction to the small SUV class, with a choice of two battery sizes and sharp UK pricing.
Electric sedan
A sleek electric sedan that takes the fight to the Tesla Model 3 with longer range, a premium interior, and BYD's Blade Battery.
Electric family SUV
BYD's flagship electric SUV offering Tesla Model Y-rivalling range and space at a competitive price, with the proven Blade Battery.
Plug-in hybrid SUV
BYD's plug-in hybrid SUV offers over 400 miles of combined range, with around 74 miles of pure electric driving — a practical bridge between petrol and full EV.
Start Here
BYD's Blade Battery is more than a marketing term. Here's what it is, why it matters for safety and longevity, and how it affects daily charging.
The same BYD can wear three different names depending on where it's sold. Here's the definitive mapping between BYD's Chinese lineup and its export names — and why it matters when you research a car.
BYD sells both pure electric cars and DM-i plug-in hybrids. This guide explains the difference, who each suits, and how to choose between them.
A complete list of all BYD car models available or coming soon to Europe and the UK in 2025, with quick specs and who each model suits.
Comparison Hub
BYD's two SUVs are £4,000–8,000 apart, but the cheaper one has the newer technology. Which Atto actually makes sense?
Quick verdict: Atto 2 Comfort for most buyers — newer tech and faster charging; Atto 3 if you need the space
China's two giants collide in the family EV SUV segment. The Geely EX5 undercuts the Atto 3 with more range — but the Atto 3 Evo answers with an 800V platform. The value fight of 2026.
Quick verdict: EX5 for range per dollar today; Atto 3 Evo for the newer platform and BYD's head start in service coverage
Two well-rounded compact electric SUVs competing for the same buyer. The Kona has stronger range; the Atto 3 has more interior originality and a longer warranty.
Quick verdict: Kona Electric for range and resale; Atto 3 for interior and warranty
Similar names, different cars: the Dolphin is a proper family hatchback, the Dolphin Surf a city car that shares its badge. Here's where the £8,000 gap goes.
Quick verdict: Dolphin Surf for city-first budgets; Dolphin for anyone who regularly leaves town
Buyer Guides
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