BYD Atto 3 vs MG Hector Tomahawk EV (2026)
BYD Atto 3 (₹24.99 Lakh – ₹34.49 Lakh) and MG Hector Tomahawk EV (₹19.49 Lakh – ₹23.49 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The MG Hector Tomahawk EV is more affordable — it starts ₹5.50 Lakh lower than the BYD Atto 3.
- The BYD Atto 3 claims the longer range: 521 km vs 517 km.
- The BYD Atto 3 has the bigger boot: 440 litres vs 192 litres.
Specification Comparison
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BYD Atto 3 in short
The Atto 3 was BYD's first passenger EV for India in 2022, and its 2025 model-year update added a cheaper 49.92 kWh Dynamic variant to sit under the 60.48 kWh Premium and Superior. All versions use the same 150 kW/310 Nm front motor on BYD's e-Platform 3.0 with the structural Blade LFP battery, with ARAI range of 468 km (Dynamic) or 521 km (Premium/Superior). It scored 5 stars in Euro NCAP's 2022 protocol, and in India fights the Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv EV and MG ZS EV.
Full Atto 3 prices & variants →MG Hector Tomahawk EV in short
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV is a three-row electric SUV slotted above the Hector, launched in August 2026 with a 69.2 kWh battery, 517 km claimed range and a segment-first 15.6-inch touchscreen. A five-seat Essence version frees up 610 litres of boot. MG's Battery-as-a-Service plan cuts the entry price to ₹13.99 lakh with a ₹4.9/km battery rental — do the running-cost math before choosing it.
Full Hector Tomahawk EV prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Atto 3 or Hector Tomahawk EV?
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV is more affordable — it starts ₹5.50 Lakh lower than the BYD Atto 3. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Atto 3 vs Hector Tomahawk EV — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: BYD Atto 3 — not yet tested; MG Hector Tomahawk EV — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Atto 3 or the Hector Tomahawk EV?
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV is more affordable — it starts ₹5.50 Lakh lower than the BYD Atto 3. The BYD Atto 3 claims the longer range: 521 km vs 517 km. The BYD Atto 3 has the bigger boot: 440 litres vs 192 litres. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.