The BYD Atto 3 is an SUV from BYD that launched in India on 14th November 2022 and reserved 1500 units in the first month of its availability. This Electric SUV has also gained a five-star safety rating in the recent Euro NCAP safety test. The Specifications of BYD Atto 3 are set down below:
SPECIFICATIONS OF BYD ATTO 3 AND DETAILS :
The BYD Atto 3 is a 5-seater electric SUV that has just entered the electric SUV space in India. This Electric SUV is new to India but a successful product in the global market. The Company's "Dragon Face 3.0" design provides the vehicle with attractive styling.IS BYD CARS RELIABLE?: (Engine)
BYD Atto 3, this electric SUV is energized by a single electric motor that develops 204PS and 310Nm torque as output. The BYD Atto 3 sprints 0-100km/h in just 7.3 seconds which makes it the quickest car in its segment. The electric motor is connected to a 60.4 kWh battery pack that claims an ARAI-tested range up to 521 km. The car can be charged by both 80 kW DC and 7.2 kW AC chargers. The 80 kW DC charging speed allows the battery to get charged from 0-80% in less than an hour while the 7.2 kW AC charger takes 10 hours. The battery supports fast charging up to 120kW which leads to reducing wait time..jpg "BYD Atto 3 Engine")
The BYD Atto 3 behaves as a versatile tool too with the ability to power appliances for picnics or generators to power tools. It is convenient to drive as compared to other electric SUV cars. There are 3 drive modes named Eco, Normal, and Sport. The throttle of Eco mode feels slightly heavier while in Normal mode it feels dynamic, but the Sports mode is fast enough to keep up with anything on road. It also has a Snow mode which controls the response to prevent slipping. The regenerative brake energy also has two levels standard and high, you can barely feel it working.
EXTERIOR OF BYD ATTO 3:
The BYD Atto 3 electric SUV appears to be an attractive crossover with its smart design and not having any tacky elements making it a modern electric SUV. The grill-free front is replaced by a thick chrome strip with a BYD badge that looks sleek, nice, and tidy. But my initial preference would be a thick black strip for the sporty look and increasing road presence..jpg "BYD Atto 3 Exterior")
The shenny LED Headlamps and the integrated DRLs looks sporty but not satisfied with the throw of light after sunset. In the rear, the roof spoiler wrap around the design of LED tail lamps which are adjoined by a light strip that looks stylish.
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The length of the electric SUV BYD Atto 3 is 4,455mm, with a width of 1,875mm, and a height of around 1,615mm while the 18-inch alloy wheels give 175mm of ground clearance. The side wing mirrors are electrically adjustable and foldable and can be heated further if needed.
IS BYD A LUXURY CAR?: (INTERIOR OF BYD ATTO 3)
Inside the cabin of BYD Atto 3, this electric SUV feels like a modern, premium SUV and dual tone dashboard looks cool with blue and grey colors. The design of the air vents, the door handles, the guitar strings below the door handles or the door handles integrated into the speakers makes the BYD Atto 3 cabin special. These quirky designs are functional too..jpg "BYD Atto 3 Interior")
The best piece in the cabin is a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with rotating features either in landscape or portrait view of the screen. The cabin has a simple interface with a nice touch response.
The seats are relatively comfy with synthetic leather which is more liked than other Chinese automobiles. The seats are long and flat which offers well under-thigh support, but quite not recommendable for taller passengers because of the floor height owing to the battery placed underneath the SUV.
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The panoramic sunroof of this electric SUV extends almost through the whole length of the roof and the boot space of the car is 440 liters which can be increased to 1340 liters of storage space by folding down the second row.
WHAT MAKES BYD SPECIAL: (FEATURES OF BYD ATTO 3)
The BYD Atto 3 is filled with features but the eye-catching feature is the NFC key card entry. The electric SUV comes with a keyless entry and push start/stop button. The car can be switched on by just tapping the NFC key card on the driver-side ORVM..jpg "BYD Atto 3 red color")
Some more features like a wireless charger, an air purifier, 4 USB ports, ambient color lightning, a 360-degree camera, soft-touch door pads, jet-like gear lever, six-way electric adjustments for the driver, automatic temperature control, electrically opening tailgate, cruise control, lane assist and blind spot monitoring are available on this electric SUV.
These cobalt-free lithium iron phosphate batteries are more affordable, less toxic, and have a longer life cycle. However, the owners will have lesser range anxiety and better peace of mind.
BATTERY PACK:
Most electric vehicles use a lithium-ion battery pack, but the company claims that "They have used the segment first of lithium-iron-phosphate battery pack" with special blade-like packaging. The 60.48 kWh battery pack claimed a range of 521 km on highway roads. The 80 kW DC charger gets 0-80% charge in less than an hour while the 7.2 kW AC charger needs 10 hours to get 80% charge.These cobalt-free lithium iron phosphate batteries are more affordable, less toxic, and have a longer life cycle. However, the owners will have lesser range anxiety and better peace of mind.
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PRO's AND CON's: (ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES)
ADVANTAGES OF BYD ATTO 3:
- BYD Atto 3 appeals with its futuristic design and quirky SUV style.
- The Atto 3 has a large boot space of 440 liters of luggage space.
- Scored well on features and safety kit purposes.
- Impressive specifications with 201bhp/ 310Nm torque give the ARAI range up to 521km.
- The vehicle-to-load function can charge external appliances too.
- Great option upon the rivalries.
DISADVANTAGES OF BYD ATTO 3:
- Quirky interiors.
- Limited network/infrastructure.
- Public charging infrastructure for range anxiety.
To summarise, the BYD Atto 3 is the best attempt the EV Cars, and the various specifications of BYD Atto 3 make the vehicle a highly profitable purchase. The vehicle comes in four color variants which are red, grey, white, and blue. Hyundai Kona Electric and MG ZS EV are the upscale alternatives of BYD Atto 3.
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The Price of the BYD Atto 3 starts from Rs 34 lakh ex-showroom in India.
LAST WORDS:
The Features of BYD Atto 3 is certainly not perfect because the cabin won't be everyone's choice and comparing the price, the competitors are much lesser than the BYD Atto 3.SOME MORE QUESTIONS:
- Is Atto 3 worth it?
The BYD Atto 3 is a competitor for the MG ZS EV, Hyundai Kona EV, Kia Niro, and Nissan Leaf, and it compares favorably in terms of price performance. Not only is its competition package, but BYD offers a spacious interior, a large trunk, and a well-equipped cabin.
- What does BYD mean?
BYD stands for Build Your Dreams and is a world leader in electric vehicles with innovative technologies proven for cars, vans, trucks, forklifts, and train systems - such as SkyRail.
- How long do BYD cars last?
BYD offers an 8-year warranty with a lifetime warranty for the main battery, which exceeds the industry standard.
- Is BYD a good car?
The BYD Atto 3 has a lot to offer. It's easy to drive, comfortable to sit in, has a cool and fun cabin, a well-designed large touch screen, and comes with excellent safety and technology features.
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