

James Wong
2026 BYD Atto 1 review: Quick drive
Pros
- Likely to be Australia's cheapest EV
- Strong standard safety suite
- Fun, simple driving feel
Cons
- Should have been called Seagull
- Gets noisy at higher speeds
- Price and spec is still TBC
5 Months Ago
The new BYD Atto 1 is a small Car available in Australia from $27,531 (driveaway) for the Essential variant and topping out at $31,651 for the Premium variant.
There are 2 variants of the Atto 1 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2025.
The new Atto 1 is offered with a 6 year, 150,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the BYD Atto 1 include electric motor (65kW/175Nm) and electric motor (115kW/220Nm). All variants feature front-wheel drive.
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The BYD Atto 1 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Essential and the most expensive being Premium.


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2025
$27,531
2025
$31,651
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,990 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,720 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,900 mm |
| Load Capacity | 344 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our BYD Atto 1 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
Atto 1
The cheapest BYD Atto 1 is the Essential variant that starts from $27,531.
See all BYD Atto 1 PricingThe most expensive BYD Atto 1 is the Premium variant that starts from $31,651.
See all BYD Atto 1 PricingThe best towing capacity of a BYD Atto 1 is 0 kg shared by all variants.
See all BYD Atto 1 towing capacityThe largest BYD Atto 1 is the Essential variant which measures 1720mm wide, 3990mm in length and sits 1590mm tall.
The most powerful BYD Atto 1 is the Premium variant which has 115kW of power and 220nm of torque.
The BYD Atto 1 is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BYD Atto 1 is the Premium variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1734 kg.
The BYD Atto 1 is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.