Head-to-head
BYD Atto 1 vs Geely EX2
The BYD Atto 1 starts $2,500 (9%) below the Geely EX2. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Hatch
BYD Atto 1
BYD's smallest electric — a city hatch that takes Australia's EV from-price down to $23,990. The Premium variant lifts range to 310 km from a 43.2 kWh battery.
- From
- $23,990
- Range
- 220 km
- Battery
- 30 kWh
Option B · Hatch
Geely EX2
Australia's second-cheapest EV at $26,490 — a rear-drive city hatch that reached showrooms in late July 2026 with an unusually long standard safety list and Geely's 7-year warranty.
- From
- $26,490
- Range
- 252 km
- Battery
- 35.4 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the BYD Atto 1 and Geely EX2, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Geely EX2
The Geely EX2 goes 32 km further on a charge (252 vs 220 km WLTP).
- 2
0–100 km/h · advantage BYD Atto 1
The BYD Atto 1 is 5.1 s quicker to 100 km/h (9.1 s vs 14.2 s).
- 3
Battery · advantage Geely EX2
The Geely EX2 carries a 5.4 kWh larger battery (35.35 vs 30 kWh).
- 4
Price · advantage BYD Atto 1
The BYD Atto 1 undercuts the Geely EX2 by $2,500 (9%) on starting price.
- 5
Boot · advantage Geely EX2
The Geely EX2 swallows 67 L more cargo with the rear seats up (375 vs 308 L).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the BYD Atto 1 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $2,500
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (9.1s vs 14.2s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (65 kW vs 60 kW)
Where the Geely EX2 wins
- ▸ 32 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
BYD Atto 1
What we like
- ✓ Australia's cheapest new EV
- ✓ BYD Blade LFP battery chemistry
- ✓ 8-year battery warranty
What we don't
- ✕ 220 km WLTP range in Essential trim limits longer drives
- ✕ Modest 65 kW power
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
Geely EX2
What we like
- ✓ Second-cheapest EV in Australia at $26,490
- ✓ Full safety suite standard on both trims
- ✓ 7-year unlimited-km warranty, 8 years on the battery
What we don't
- ✕ Entry Complete's 252 km WLTP suits city duty only
- ✕ 60–80 kW DC charging is modest by 2026 standards
- ✕ No ANCAP rating yet
Frequently asked: BYD Atto 1 vs Geely EX2
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the BYD Atto 1 or the Geely EX2?
- The BYD Atto 1 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $23,990 versus $26,490 for the Geely EX2, a $2,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Geely EX2 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 252 km, 32 km further than the BYD Atto 1's 220 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The BYD Atto 1 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 65 kW versus 60 kW for the Geely EX2. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The BYD Atto 1 does 0–100 km/h in 9.1 seconds — 5.1 s quicker than the Geely EX2's 14.2 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The Geely EX2 is covered by a 7-year vehicle warranty, versus 6 years for the BYD Atto 1. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
BYD Atto 1
if…
- ✓ you want to save $2,500 on the sticker
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: first-car buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.