BYD Atto 3 vs Mazda 3: Running Costs in Australian Capital Territory
Data verified April 2025
At this driving profile, the Mazda 3 is the more economical choice over 5 years in Australian Capital Territory.
Running only 15,000 km per year in Australian Capital Territory, the BYD Atto 3's higher purchase price doesn't fully pay back through lower running costs within 5 years. The BYD Atto 3 costs $85,628 in total versus $65,421 for the Mazda 3 — a difference of $20,207. The numbers don't reach break-even within this holding period. If you drive significantly more km per year, or if petrol prices rise substantially, this comparison would shift. The BYD Atto 3 still avoids around 10,395 kg of CO₂ over the ownership period.
The economics don't stack up at this driving distance — increase annual km or extend the holding period to change the picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Atto 3 cheaper than the Mazda 3 over 5 years in Australian Capital Territory?
At 15,000 km/yr in Australian Capital Territory the Mazda 3 is the cheaper option over 5 years: $65,421 total versus $85,628 for the BYD Atto 3. Use the calculator to adjust for your situation.
Does the BYD Atto 3 break even against the Mazda 3 in Australian Capital Territory?
At 15,000 km/yr in Australian Capital Territory the BYD Atto 3 does not fully recover its price premium within a 5-year holding period. Higher annual km or an extended holding period would change this.
How much does it cost to charge the BYD Atto 3 vs fuel the Mazda 3 per year in Australian Capital Territory?
At 15,000 km/yr in Australian Capital Territory, charging the BYD Atto 3 costs approximately $749/yr, versus $1,737/yr in petrol for the Mazda 3. Australian Capital Territory's electricity and fuel rates are applied automatically.