BYD Atto 3 SUV Crosses 5 Lakh Units Global Production Milestone, 200 Units Delivered in a Single Day in India

The BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV was launched on November 14, 2022. Within just two months, the Chinese brand BYD (Build Your Dreams) reported that it delivered the first batch of over 340 Atto 3 premium electric SUVs in January 2023. During the same period, BYD managed to sell 23,321 samples of the Atto 3 globally. And now, the Chinese automaker has announced that its Atto 3 EV crossed the 5 lakh units production mark worldwide. Of these models, BYD recently delivered about 200 units of the Atto 3 SUV across 6 major Indian cities in a single day – Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kochi. For those who don't know, the Atto 3 electric vehicle is the company's second product in India, after the e6 MPV. While the Atto3 may be comparatively new for India, the SUV has been on sale in some international markets for quite some time. So, here is a look at what this electric product has to offer in terms of features, powertrain, and specifications. 

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BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV: Platform, Powertrain

The Atto 3 is built on an all-new BYD e-Platform 3.0, consisting of the brand's signature LFP BladeBattery (60.48kWh) with an ARAI-claimed range of 521 kilometres. On offer is also regenerative braking. The 60.48kWh battery pack powers a single 201bhp/310Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) that sends power to the front wheels only. With these performance figures, the Atto 3 has a claimed top speed of 160km/h, with a 0 to 100km/h time of 7.3 seconds.

BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV: Charging Capabilities

Capable of up to 80kW DC fast charging, the Atto 3 can be charged from 0 to 80 per cent in roughly 50 minutes, while the battery pack can also be charged in about 10 hours using a 7kW Type 2 AC charger. Moreover, the BYD also offers a Vehicle 2 Load (V2L) charging function with a power output of 3.3kW. This means that the car can power other devices and another EV with an onboard electric battery.

BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV: Size, Dimensions

At 4,455mm in length, the Atto 3 sits on a wheelbase of 2,720mm. This makes it considerably bigger than its rivals like the MG ZS EV and the Hyundai Kona Electric. The Atto 3 offers 175mm of ground clearance and a 555-litre boot.

BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV: Features

On the feature front, the BYD Atto 3 packs in a 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen, a 5.0-inch digital instrument cluster, door-mounted circular speakers, a panoramic sunroof, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, a powered tailgate, a wireless phone charger, synthetic leather upholstery, powered front driver and passenger seats, an NFC card key, and ambient lighting. A Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), a 360-degree camera, ABS, ESC, traction control, hill descent control, and seven airbags are among its safety features.

BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV: Price, Rivals

The BYD Atto3 is available at an ex-showroom price of Rs 33.99 lakh. In the Indian market, it rivals the likes of the MG ZS EV,  the Hyundai Kona Electric, as well as the Nexon EV Max (despite not being a direct competitor). There are four colour options available for the BYD Atto 3 electric SUV – Boulder Grey, Parkour Red, Ski White, and Surf Blue.

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In related news, BYD last month announced that they were working with Stingray – a music, media, and technology firm – to bring Stingray Karaoke to many of its new electric vehicles. According to the Chinese EV manufacturer, the singing application will be made accessible to BYD owners by the end of this year, eventually leading to a wider rollout in the subsequent years. The BYD-Stingray partnership will enable users to access Stingray's international song catalogue, which is browsable by title, artist, lyrics, or genre, in over 25 languages. The application will be integrated into BYD's infotainment system and is claimed to offer an engaging and intuitive user experience for all BYD owners.