Hyundai Ioniq 5 or BYD Atto 3: which is the better premium EV?

The Atto 3 is a lot more affordable than the Ioniq 5, but the latter offers a more premium experience.

Published On Jul 09, 2023 07:30:00 AM

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I'm looking to buy an EV within Rs 50 lakh and it will be used by my wife and me. I've test driven the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and BYD Atto 3, and while I liked both cars, the BYD is much cheaper and its relatively compact size is more appealing to me. We plan to keep the car for at least 8-10 years. So from a long-term perspective, is the ATTO 3 a good buy?

R Kothari, via email

Autocar India says: The BYD Atto 3 is a really competent offering – it is a strong performer, and with a respectable real-world battery range, it is quite practical for occasional touring. What's more, the company has you covered with an 8-year/1.60-lakh-kilometre warranty on its battery and motor, in addition to the three-year standard warranty. It misses some features like ventilated front seats, a premium sound system, etc, which you'd expect at its price point. But it is nearly Rs 12 lakh cheaper (on-road), and is shorter in length too, which makes it a bit easier to manage within city confines.

But the unique Hyundai Ioniq 5 is comfier, better-equipped and feels more luxurious, thus justifying its premium over the BYD. Performance is smooth, at 453km on a single charge, its range is good, and its drive experience is really nice and smooth. Even Hyundai offers a 3-year standard warranty and an 8-year battery warranty on the Ioniq 5. Since you have the budget, we'd suggest you go for the Ioniq 5; it is worth the stretch.

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