BYD Atto 2 vs Chery E5

The BYD Atto 2 starts from $31,990 before on-road costs, while the Chery E5 opens at $37,990. That makes the BYD Atto 2 the more affordable entry point by $6,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $35,189 and $41,789 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the BYD Atto 2 and Chery E5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Chery E5 packs more ADAS features with 5 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the BYD Atto 2.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the BYD Atto 2 and 7 in the Chery E5.

The BYD Atto 2 features a 10.1-inch touchscreen, while the Chery E5 gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The BYD Atto 2 stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the Chery E5. The Chery E5 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, heated front seats, power tailgate and Sony audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The BYD Atto 2 uses a Electric producing 130kW and 290Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.

The Chery E5 responds with a Electric making 155kW and 288Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The Chery E5 has the clear power advantage at 155kW vs 130kW. In the real-world sprint, the Chery E5 is 0.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 51.3kWh (BYD Atto 2) vs 58.9kWh (Chery E5), giving WLTP ranges of 345km and 430km. DC fast charging peaks at 90kW (BYD Atto 2) vs 60kW (Chery E5).

The BYD Atto 2 measures 4,310mm long on a 2,620mm wheelbase, 114mm shorter than the Chery E5 at 4,424mm (2,610mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the BYD Atto 2 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 400L in the BYD Atto 2 and 400L in the Chery E5.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Atto 2) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Chery E5). The Chery E5 has longer coverage.