BYD Atto 3 vs Citroen C5 Aircross

Should you buy BYD Atto 3 or Citroen C5 Aircross? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BYD Atto 3 price starts at Rs 24.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Dynamic (Electric) and Citroen C5 Aircross price starts Rs 37.32 Lakh ex-showroom for Shine (Diesel).

Atto 3 Vs C5 Aircross

Key Highlights	BYD Atto 3	Citroen C5 Aircross
On Road Price	Rs.36,22,336^*	Rs.44,51,551^*
Range (km)	521	-
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Battery Capacity (kWh)	60.48	-
Charging Time	9.5-10H (7.2 kW AC)	-

BYD Atto 3
Superior
34.49 Lakh^*
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Shine Dual Tone
37.32 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	Superior	Shine Dual Tone
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.36,22,336^*	Rs.44,51,551^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.69,553/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.84,734/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,34,246	Rs.1,73,153
User Rating	4.2 Based on 108 Reviews	4.2 Based on 86 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	₹1.16/km	-

Basic Information

Variant

Superior

Shine Dual Tone

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.36,22,336^*

Rs.44,51,551^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.69,553/month

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Rs.84,734/month

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Insurance

Rs.1,34,246

Rs.1,73,153

User Rating

4.2

Based on 108 Reviews

4.2

Based on 86 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹1.16/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	Not applicable	DW10 FC
Displacement (cc)	Not applicable	1997
No. of Cylinders	Not applicable	44 Cylinder Cars
Fast Charging	Yes	Not applicable
Battery Capacity (kWh)	60.48	Not applicable
Motor Type	Permanent magnet synchronous motor	Not applicable
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	201bhp	174.33bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	310Nm	400Nm@2000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	Not applicable	4
Range (km)	521 km	Not applicable
Battery Type	Blade Battery	Not applicable
Charging Time (A.C)	9.5-10H (7.2 kW AC)	Not applicable
Charging Time (D.C)	50 min (80 kW 0-80%)	Not applicable
Regenerative Braking	Yes	Not applicable
Charging Port	CCS-II	Not applicable
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	-	8-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Not applicable

DW10 FC

Displacement (cc)

Not applicable

1997

No. of Cylinders

Not applicable

44 Cylinder Cars

Fast Charging

Not applicable

Battery Capacity (kWh)

60.48

Not applicable

Motor Type

Permanent magnet synchronous motor

Not applicable

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

201bhp

174.33bhp@3750rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

310Nm

400Nm@2000rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Not applicable

Range (km)

521 km

Not applicable

Battery Type

Blade Battery

Not applicable

Charging Time (A.C)

9.5-10H (7.2 kW AC)

Not applicable

Charging Time (D.C)

50 min (80 kW 0-80%)

Not applicable

Regenerative Braking

Not applicable

Charging Port

CCS-II

Not applicable

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

8-Speed

Drive Type

FWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	17.5
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	52.5
Emission Norm Compliance	ZEV	BS VI 2.0

Fuel & Performance

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson suspension	MacPherson suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi link suspension	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	-
Steering Column	-	Tilt & Telescopic
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
0-100kmph (Seconds)	7.3 s	-
Tyre Size	215/55 R18	235/55 R18
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding (Litres)	1340	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4455	4500
Width (mm)	1875	1969
Height (mm)	1615	1710
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	175	-
Wheel Base (mm)	2720	2730
Front Tread (mm)	1575	-
Rear Tread (mm)	1580	-
Kerb Weight (kg)	1750	1685
Grossweight (kg)	2160	2060
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	440	580

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	2 Zone
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	60:40 Split	-
Engine Start Stop Button	-	Yes
Voice Commands	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	Yes
Additional Features	6-way power adjustment - driver seat,4-way power adjustment - front passenger seat,Portable card key more	Gear Shift Positions Indicator more
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	All
Drive Modes	-	2
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Drive Mode Types	-	Eco & Sport
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Driver Seat Only
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Multi-color gradient ambient lighting,Multi-color gradient ambient lighting with music rhythm-door handle more	- more
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	5	12.29
Upholstery	Leatherette	Fabric

Interior

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Rear Right Side
Wheel
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Harbour GreySurf BlueSki WhiteCosmos BlackAtto 3 Colours	Pearl White With Black RoofEclipse Blue With Black RoofPearl WhiteCumulus Grey With Black RoofCumulus GrayPearl Nera BlackEclipse Blue+2 MoreC5 Aircross Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	-	Yes
Additional Features	Electric unlock tailgate,One-touch open / close tailgate more	- more
Fog Lights	-	Front & Rear
Antenna	Shark Fin	-
Sunroof	Panoramic	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Electronic	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Puddle Lamps	-	Yes
Tyre Size	215/55 R18	235/55 R18
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	7	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	All Windows
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	-

Safety

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	Yes	-
Automatic Emergency Braking	Yes	-
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	Yes	-
Lane Departure Warning	Yes	-
Lane Keep Assist	Yes	-
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	-
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes	-
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	Yes	-

ADAS

Advance Internet
Digital Car Key	Yes	-
Remote Boot Open	Yes	-

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	12.8	10
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	8	6
Additional Features	Dirac HD sound, 8 speakers more	Mirror Screen (Apple Carplay™ And Android Auto) - Smartphone Connectivity more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

BYD Atto 3
- Big on presence and has distinctive design and interesting details
- Impressive interiors: quality, space and practicality is all on point.
- 60.4kWh battery promises 521km of claimed range.
Citroen C5 Aircross
- Quirky styling: Has a stand out design that grabs attention
- Premium inside and out: The design and cabin materials makes it feel upmarket
- Keeps you comfortable: Most plush ride quality in its segment
- Good drivability: Smooth gearbox and powerful diesel engine makes drives enjoyable
- Good features: Gets a 10-inch touchscreen and wireless phone charging

BYD Atto 3
- BYD’s limited dealer/service network.
- Quirky interior design might not be to everyone’s taste.
Citroen C5 Aircross
- Limited powertrains: No petrol engine or 4x4 option
- Feels expensive: It’s a costly affair considering the package you get
- Misses segment must-haves: Does not get ventilated front seats and a 360-degree camera

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