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At a Glance
Power
150 kW
135 kW
Torque
310 Nm
480 Nm
Fuel
—
7.7 l/100km
Towing
750 Kg
3000 Kg
0-100 km/h
7.3 s
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Engine
electric cc
2370 cc
Choosing between the BYD Atto 3 and the GWM Tank 300 is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The BYD Atto 3 delivers 150 kW while the GWM Tank 300 produces 135 kW. Pricing starts at R783 900 for the Atto 3 and R649 900 for the Tank 300. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Performance
Power Output
150 kW
135 kW
Torque
310 Nm
480 Nm
0-100 kph
7.3 s
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Top Speed
160 Km/h
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Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
electric cc
2370 cc
Engine Layout
—
inline
Cylinders
—
4
Fuel Type
electric
diesel
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
automatic
automatic
Number of Gears
—
9
Drive Wheels
front
rear
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
—
7.7 l/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity
60.5kWh l
78 l
CO2 Emissions
—
202 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4455 mm
4760 mm
Width
1875-2050 mm
1930 mm
Height
1615 mm
1903 mm
Wheelbase
2720 mm
2750 mm
Ground Clearance
175 mm
224 mm
Kerb Weight
1750 Kg
2190 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
5
Load Volume
310-1340 l
400-1635 l
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
750 Kg
3000 Kg
Load Capacity
—
610 l
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
7
7
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Sunroof
✓ Standard
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Heated Seats
✓ Standard
—
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5 vehicle / 8 battery
7
Warranty Distance
100000 vehicle / 150000 battery Km
200000 Km
Service Plan
—
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
7
Service Plan Distance
—
75000
Service Intervals
20000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
GWM Tank 300
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Atto 3
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
Tank 300
Practicality
Tank 300
Pros & Cons
BYD Atto 3
More powerful engine (150 kW)
Higher starting price
No factory service plan
GWM Tank 300
Lower starting price (R649 900)
Higher towing capacity (3000 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Less power than rival (135 kW vs 150 kW)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more power, the Atto 3 or Tank 300?
The Atto 3 produces 150 kW and 310 Nm of torque while the Tank 300 delivers 135 kW and 480 Nm of torque. The Atto 3 is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Atto 3 and Tank 300?
The Atto 3 starts from R783 900 and the Tank 300 from R649 900. The Tank 300 is cheaper by R134 000 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Atto 3 or Tank 300?
The Atto 3 has a braked towing capacity of 750 Kg and the Tank 300 can tow 3000 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Atto 3 or the Tank 300?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.