The BYD Atto 3 is now more affordable than ever before with the introduction of a new entry-level Essential variant.

    This features the 49.92kWh Blade battery of last year’s Standard Range model, but loses some features – like a panoramic sunroof and wireless phone charger – to bring the cost of entry down to just $39,990 before on-road costs.

    The Atto 3 range mid-sized electric SUV previously opened at $44,499 before on-road costs.

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    The Extended Range variant has also received a $2509 price cut, though it hasn’t lost any features.

    BYD has confirmed the Atto 3 now has BYD Digital Key functionality, allowing you to unlock your car using your mobile phone.

    CarExpert understands model year 2025 vehicles were due here in March, however industrial action at Australian ports could affect this timing.

    Pricing

    ModelPrice before on-road costs
    2025 BYD Atto 3 Essential Standard Range$39,990 (NEW)
    2025 BYD Atto 3 Premium Extended Range$44,990 (-$2509)

    Drivetrains and Efficiency

    SpecificationsStandard RangeExtended Range
    DrivetrainSingle-motorSingle-motor
    Battery capacity49.92kWh60.48kWh
    Battery chemistryLithium iron phosphate (LFP)Lithium iron phosphate (LFP)
    Power150kW150kW
    Torque310Nm310Nm
    Drive typeFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
    Weight1680kg1750kg
    0-100km/h (claimed)7.9s7.3s
    Claimed range (WLTP)345km420km
    Max DC charge rate70kW80kW

    Both Atto 3 models come standard with a vehicle-to-load (V2L) function, allowing you to power external appliances.

    Dimensions

    DimensionsBYD Atto 3
    Length4455mm
    Width1875mm
    Height1615mm
    Wheelbase2720mm
    Cargo capacity440L (seats up)
    1340L (rear seats folded)
    Braked towing capacity750kg

    Servicing and Warranty

    BYD backs the Atto 3’s high-voltage battery with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty with a state of health equal to or more than 70 per cent.

    Other parts of the vehicle are covered by separate warranty periods. These include:

    • Drive unit: 8 years or 150,000km
    • Lights, suspension, ball joints, tyre pressure monitoring: 4 years or 100,000km
    • Infotainment, shock absorbers, charging port assembly: 3 years or 60,000km
    • Lead-acid 12V battery: 1 year or 20,000km
    • Air-conditioning filters, wiper blade assembly, bulbs, fuses: 6 months or 10,000km

    Service pricing is as follows:

    Capped price servicingBYD Atto 3
    1 year/20,000km$165
    2 years/40,000km$498
    3 years/60,000km$165
    4 years/80,000km$635
    5 years/100,000km$165
    6 years/120,000km$498
    7 years/140,000km$165
    8 years/160,000km$635
    9 years/180,000km$165
    10 years/200,000km$498
    11 years/220,000km$165

    Safety

    The BYD Atto 3 has a five-star safety rating from ANCAP, based on testing conducted in 2022.

    CategoryBYD Atto 3
    Adult occupant protection91 per cent
    Child occupant protection84 per cent
    Vulnerable road user protection69 per cent
    Safety assist80 per cent

    Standard safety equipment on both Atto 3 variants includes:

    • Autonomous emergency braking
    • Adaptive cruise control with stop/go
    • Blind-spot monitoring
    • Lane-keep assist
    • Rear cross-traffic assist
    • Surround-view camera
    • Front and rear parking sensors
    • Front, front-side, curtain, and driver’s far-side airbags
    • Tyre pressure monitoring

    Standard Equipment

    While previously the Standard Range and Extended Range model grades had largely the same feature list, the new entry-level Essential variant now pairs the Standard Range battery with a more pared-back features list.

    2024 BYD Atto 3 Essential standard equipment highlights:

    • 17-inch alloy wheels
    • LED headlights with Adaptive Front Light
    • Power-folding exterior mirrors
    • Keyless entry and start
    • 5.0-inch digital instrument cluster
    • 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
    • Satellite navigation
    • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    • 6-speaker sound system
    • Leatherette upholstery
    • 6-way power driver’s seat
    • 4-way power passenger seat
    • 60/40 split-fold rear seats
    • Multi-colour ambient lighting
    • Single-zone climate control

    The Atto 3 Premium adds:

    • 18-inch alloy wheels
    • Panoramic sunroof
    • Power tailgate
    • Roof rails
    • 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system
    • 8-speaker Dirac sound system
    • Heated front seats
    • Wireless phone charger
    • Music rhythm function for ambient lighting

    Colours

    Harbour Grey replaces Boulder Grey, while Surf Blue is now exclusive to the Extended Range.

    The following finishes available on both variants:

    • Ski White
    • Harbour Grey
    • Cosmos Black

    There are two interior colourways: Black; and Blue and Grey. They’re available on both variants.

    MORE: Everything BYD Atto 3

    William Stopford

    William Stopford is an automotive journalist based in Brisbane, Australia. William is a Business/Journalism graduate from the Queensland University of Technology who loves to travel, briefly lived in the US, and has a particular interest in the American car industry.

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