Hyundai Inster vs BYD Atto 3

The Hyundai Inster starts from $37,500 before on-road costs, while the BYD Atto 3 opens at $39,990. That makes the Hyundai Inster the more affordable entry point by $2,490.

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 $41,250 and $43,989 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

The BYD Atto 3 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Hyundai Inster. Adult occupant protection scored 70% for the Hyundai Inster and 91% for the BYD Atto 3.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the BYD Atto 3, against 4 on the Hyundai Inster.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera.

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

The Hyundai Inster features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-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 Hyundai Inster stands out with Apple CarPlay — features our data doesn't list for the BYD Atto 3. The BYD Atto 3 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Hyundai Inster gets cloth upholstery while the BYD Atto 3 offers synthetic leather.

The Hyundai Inster uses a Electric producing 71.1kW and 147Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed to a FWD layout.

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 BYD Atto 3 has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 71.1kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 42kWh (Hyundai Inster) vs 49.9kWh (BYD Atto 3), giving WLTP ranges of 327km and 345km. DC fast charging peaks at 120kW (Hyundai Inster) vs 70kW (BYD Atto 3).

The Hyundai Inster measures 3,825mm long on a 2,580mm wheelbase, 630mm shorter than the BYD Atto 3 at 4,455mm (2,720mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the BYD Atto 3 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 280L in the Hyundai Inster and 440L in the BYD Atto 3, giving the BYD Atto 3 a 160L advantage.

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

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Inster) vs 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Atto 3). The BYD Atto 3 has longer coverage.