- The entry-level Atto 3 Evo starts at £38,990 ($52,020) in the UK, offering a driving range of up to 316 miles.
- As an upgraded version of BYD's debut UK model, the Atto 3, it features improved battery range and shorter charging times.
Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) giant BYD has announced UK pricing for the Atto 3 Evo, with the newly upgraded electric SUV available for order starting April 2.
As a comprehensive update to the Atto 3 — BYD's debut model in the UK — the entry-level Design trim will start at £38,990 ($52,020).
The new model not only boosts battery range but also significantly cuts charging times, marking a further expansion for the Chinese automaker in the European market.
The entry-level Design variant features a rear-wheel-drive, single-motor system. It delivers 309 bhp and achieves an official tested range of up to 316 miles. The vehicle also comes standard with a 15.6-inch touchscreen and a 360-degree surround-view camera.
The top-tier Excellence trim is priced from £42,730. This version utilizes a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive layout with a total output of 443 bhp, allowing it to accelerate from zero to 62 mph in just 3.9 seconds.
Both models are equipped with a 74.8-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) Blade Battery. Thanks to 220 kW DC fast-charging technology, the new car's charging speed has doubled, taking just 25 minutes to charge the battery from 10% to 80%.
The Atto 3 is one of BYD's most important global models, known as the Yuan Plus in China.
The new vehicle adopts BYD's latest Cell-to-Body technology architecture. The battery pack is built directly into the car's chassis, which enhances overall structural rigidity. This design also provides a more spacious cabin for passengers.
Practicality has seen a significant boost in this comprehensive upgrade. Boot capacity has increased by 50 liters to a total of 490 liters. Additionally, a new 95-liter frunk storage has been added under the hood.
Initial deliveries of the new vehicle are expected to commence later this year, according to a statement from BYD on Thursday.
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