The BYD Atto 3 is a compact electric SUV built on BYD's e-Platform 3.0. The BYD Atto 3 is the compact electric SUV that introduced BYD to millions of buyers outside China, and it remains one of the most popular affordable electric SUVs in Australia, Europe, and Southeast Asia.
Known as the Yuan Plus in China, it has been in production since January 2022, and it pairs BYD's Blade Battery with a roomy five-seat cabin and a long standard equipment list.
Here are the full specifications, key features, and price of the BYD Atto 3, including the updated 2026 Atto 3 Evo range that now sits alongside it in Australia.
Key Highlights of the BYD Atto 3
Blade Battery safety. The Atto 3 uses BYD's lithium iron phosphate Blade Battery, a cell-to-pack design that BYD promotes for its resistance to thermal runaway and its long service life.
Up to 420 km of WLTP range. The Extended Range version is rated at 420 km on the WLTP cycle, while the Standard Range version is rated at 345 km on the same test.
Brisk, quiet performance. A single front-mounted motor producing 150 kW and 310 Nm sends the Atto 3 from 0 to 100 km/h in a claimed 7.3 seconds.
Five-star safety rating. The Atto 3 earned a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, backed by seven airbags and a full suite of driver assistance features.
Rotating touchscreen. The original Atto 3 features a 12.8-inch touchscreen that rotates between landscape and portrait at the touch of a button, a signature BYD party trick.
Vehicle-to-load power. The Atto 3 can power external devices from its battery through vehicle-to-load, turning the SUV into a mobile power source for camping or emergencies.
Design and Exterior
The Atto 3 was designed under Wolfgang Egger, BYD's global design director, and it follows the company's Dragon Face design language with a clean, rounded compact SUV shape.
It measures 4,455 mm long, 1,875 mm wide, and 1,615 mm tall, with a 2,720 mm wheelbase, which puts it in the same size class as popular small family SUVs.
Full LED headlights, a full-width rear light bar on newer versions, and 18-inch alloy wheels give it a modern look, while roof rails and a powered tailgate add everyday practicality.
It looks like a conventional family SUV first and an electric car second, which is exactly why so many first-time EV buyers find it easy to live with.
Ground clearance is 175 mm, which is enough for rough roads and steep driveways, and the flat floor made possible by the dedicated electric platform keeps the cabin feeling spacious.
Interior and Technology
Inside, the Atto 3 is far more playful than its sensible exterior suggests, with a wave-shaped dashboard, guitar-string door trims, and a distinctive centre console inspired by fitness equipment.
The original model pairs a small 5-inch digital instrument display with the rotating 12.8-inch touchscreen, which supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on most versions.
Higher grades add a panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, heated and ventilated front seats, and an eight-speaker audio system, depending on the market.
Practicality is strong for the class: boot space is 440 litres with the rear seats up and expands to 1,340 litres with them folded, and the 60:40 split rear seats fold flat.
The updated 2026 Atto 3 Evo calms the cabin down with a more restrained two-tone finish, a larger 8.8-inch driver display, a 15.6-inch touchscreen, and a steering-column gear selector.
Performance and Driving
The standard Atto 3 uses a single permanent magnet synchronous motor on the front axle, producing 150 kW (201 horsepower) and 310 Nm of torque, with front-wheel drive.
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes a claimed 7.3 seconds, and top speed is 160 km/h, which is more than enough for highway merging and overtaking in everyday driving.
Because the motor delivers its torque instantly and silently, the Atto 3 feels quicker around town than its numbers suggest, and the low-mounted battery keeps body roll well controlled.
The 2026 Atto 3 Evo Premium switches to rear-wheel drive with a 230 kW and 380 Nm motor, cutting the 0 to 100 km/h sprint to a claimed 5.5 seconds.
Braked towing capacity is 750 kg on the standard Atto 3, while the Evo Premium doubles that figure to 1,500 kg, making it a more capable choice for small trailers.
Battery, Range and Charging
The Atto 3 offers two Blade Battery sizes: a 49.92 kWh pack in the Standard Range version and a 60.48 kWh pack in the Extended Range version, both using lithium iron phosphate chemistry.
On the WLTP test cycle, the Standard Range version is rated at 345 km and the Extended Range version at 420 km, while Indian-market figures use the ARAI cycle and reach up to 521 km.
Real-world range will be lower than the laboratory figure, especially at highway speeds or in cold weather, so buyers who regularly travel long distances should favour the larger battery.
AC charging runs at up to 7 kW on the original model, giving a full home charge in roughly nine to ten hours, while DC fast charging peaks at 70 kW for the Standard Range and 80 to 88 kW for the Extended Range.
On a DC fast charger, the larger battery can charge from 0 to 80 percent in around 50 minutes, and the 2026 Evo Premium raises DC charging to 220 kW on its 800-volt architecture.
Vehicle-to-load is rated at up to 3.3 kW on the original model, which is enough to run a laptop, a portable fridge, or power tools at a campsite.
Safety and Driver Assistance
The Atto 3 scored five stars in Euro NCAP testing, helped by a strong body structure, seven airbags, and a comprehensive set of active safety systems fitted as standard.
Its driver assistance suite includes autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane keeping assistance, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross traffic alert.
A 360-degree camera, front and rear parking sensors, and a tyre pressure monitoring system make tight parking far less stressful, especially given the car's generous width.
The 2026 Evo adds child presence detection, a driver monitoring camera, and front cross traffic alert with braking on the Premium grade, keeping the safety package current.
BYD Atto 3 Full Specifications
| Body style | 5-door compact SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform | BYD e-Platform 3.0 |
| Motor | Single permanent magnet synchronous motor, front-wheel drive |
| Power | 150 kW (201 hp) |
| Torque | 310 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds |
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
| Battery | 49.92 kWh or 60.48 kWh BYD Blade Battery (LFP) |
| Range (WLTP) | 345 km (Standard Range), 420 km (Extended Range) |
| AC charging | Up to 7 kW |
| DC fast charging | 70 kW (Standard Range), 80-88 kW (Extended Range) |
| Vehicle-to-load | Yes, up to 3.3 kW |
| Dimensions | 4,455 mm long, 1,875 mm wide, 1,615 mm tall |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm |
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | 440 litres, 1,340 litres with rear seats folded |
| Kerb weight | 1,615-1,750 kg depending on version |
| Towing (braked) | 750 kg |
| Touchscreen | 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen (original model) |
| Connectivity | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB |
| Safety rating | 5 stars (Euro NCAP) |
| Airbags | 7 |
| Also known as | BYD Yuan Plus (China and Latin America) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the BYD Atto 3 sold in the United States?
No. BYD sells the Atto 3 in Australia, Europe, Southeast Asia, India, and many other markets, but its passenger cars are not sold in the United States as of writing.
American buyers looking for a similar affordable electric SUV will need to consider models from other brands that are officially sold in the US market.
What is the real-world range of the BYD Atto 3?
Expect less than the official WLTP figure in everyday driving, with mixed real-world use typically landing noticeably below 420 km for the Extended Range version.
Highway driving at sustained speed, cold weather, and heavy air conditioning use all reduce range, while gentle city driving with regenerative braking gets closest to the claim.
How long does the Atto 3 take to charge at home?
On a 7 kW home wall charger, a full charge takes roughly nine to ten hours, which makes overnight charging the most practical routine for most owners.
A DC fast charger is far quicker for road trips, taking the larger battery from 0 to 80 percent in around 50 minutes under good conditions.
Price and Availability
The original BYD Atto 3 was priced from $39,990 before on-road costs in Australia for the Standard Range version, with the Extended Range version at $44,990 before on-road costs.
In India, pricing starts at around Rs. 24.99 lakh ex-showroom, with the larger-battery Superior grade priced higher, and prices vary by state taxes and local incentives.
The updated 2026 Atto 3 Evo is priced from $41,990 before on-road costs for the Dynamic grade in Australia, while the rear-wheel drive Premium grade costs $46,990 before on-road costs.
The Evo Premium pairs a larger 74.88 kWh Blade Battery with 510 km of WLTP range and 220 kW DC fast charging, and first Australian deliveries began in September 2026.
Prices, grades, and equipment vary significantly between markets, so always check BYD's local pricing and current offers before ordering, and test drive both battery versions if you can.
For most buyers, the Extended Range version is the sweet spot: its extra range removes the most common EV anxiety for only a modest price increase over the standard car.