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BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV

The BYD Atto 3 and the MG ZS EV are two of India's most cross-shopped electric cars in 2026. This side-by-side EV comparison lines them up on the specs that decide a purchase — price, real-world range, battery, power and charging — so you can see the trade-offs at a glance.

Spec
BYD Atto 3
Leads on 7 specs
MG ZS EV
Starting price
₹24.99–33.99 Lakh
₹18.98–25.75 Lakh
Body type
SUV
SUV
Battery
60.48 kWh
50.3 kWh
Range (claimed)
521 km
461 km
Real-world range
~390 km
~350 km
Power
201 bhp
173 bhp
Torque
310 Nm
280 Nm
Acceleration
7.3s 0-100 km/h
8.6s 0-100 km/h
Top speed
160 km/h
175 km/h
Fast charge
88 kW
75 kW
Fast charge time
30–80% in approx 29 min
10–80% in approx 60 min
Full charge
7 kW AC
7.4 kW AC
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Seating
5
5
Boot / storage
440 L
448 L
Model year
2026
2026
Highlights
  • · Blade LFP battery
  • · Rotating 12.8-inch touchscreen
  • · Panoramic sunroof
  • · 7 airbags + ADAS
  • · Run-out model (clearance) — next-gen ZS EV due 2027
  • · Panoramic sunroof
  • · Larger touchscreen
  • · Connected car tech

On price, the MG ZS EV starts lower at ₹18.98–25.75 Lakh (ex-showroom).

For range, the BYD Atto 3 goes further on a charge (about 390 km).

BYD Atto 3 vs MG ZS EV: which should you buy?

On paper, the BYD Atto 3 leads on more of the headline specs than the MG ZS EV. That said, the "right" EV depends on what you value most — a lower price, longer real-world range, faster charging or specific features — so read the table row by row against your own needs before deciding.

Want to change one of the vehicles or add a third? Open the interactive EV comparison tool to build your own head-to-head. You can also browse the full EV catalog, estimate EMIs with the EV EMI calculator, or see running-cost savings with the EV vs petrol cost calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the BYD Atto 3 or the MG ZS EV better value?

It depends on your budget and needs. The MG ZS EV starts cheaper, but value also comes down to real-world range, charging speed and features — compare the full spec table above and run the numbers on our EV EMI and cost calculators.

Which has the longer range, the BYD Atto 3 or the MG ZS EV?

The BYD Atto 3 has the higher quoted range. Remember that real-world range is typically lower than claimed (ARAI/IDC) figures, so check the "real-world range" row above for a more realistic comparison.

Can I compare other electric cars too?

Yes. Use our free EV comparison tool to compare any two or three electric vehicles in India side by side, across cars, scooters and bikes.