Geely EX5 vs BYD Atto 3

The Geely EX5 starts from $41,990 before on-road costs, while the BYD Atto 3 opens at $39,990. That makes the BYD Atto 3 the more affordable entry point by $2,000.

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 $46,189 and $43,989 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 Geely EX5 and BYD Atto 3 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Geely EX5 packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the BYD Atto 3.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Geely EX5 and 7 in the BYD Atto 3. The Geely EX5 adds a 360-degree camera that the BYD Atto 3 misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Geely EX5 features a 15.4-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the BYD Atto 3 gets a 12.8-inch display and 5-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Geely EX5 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, heated front seats and V2L that you will not find on the BYD Atto 3. The BYD Atto 3 counters with Apple CarPlay and Dirac audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Geely EX5 runs a pure electric powertrain producing 160kW and 320Nm of torque, sent through its transmission to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.9 seconds.

The BYD Atto 3 responds with a Electric making 150kW and 310Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The Geely EX5 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 150kW. In the real-world sprint, the Geely EX5 is 1.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 68.4kWh (Geely EX5) vs 49.9kWh (BYD Atto 3), giving WLTP ranges of 475km and 345km. DC fast charging peaks at 100kW (Geely EX5) vs 70kW (BYD Atto 3).

The Geely EX5 measures 4,615mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 160mm longer than the BYD Atto 3 at 4,455mm (2,720mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Geely EX5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 302L in the Geely EX5 and 440L in the BYD Atto 3, giving the BYD Atto 3 a 138L advantage.

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

Warranty: 7 years (Geely EX5) vs 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Atto 3). The Geely EX5 has longer coverage.