BYD is expanding its Australian lineup beyond the budget-focused Atto 1 with the new BYD Atto 2, a compact SUV designed to compete in one of the country’s most hotly contested vehicle segments. The model aims to blend practicality with a higher level of standard features and refinement than its smaller stablemate.
Atto 2 powertrain and battery
The BYD Atto 2 will be offered in two variants, Dynamic and Premium, powered by the same 130kW/290Nm electric motor paired with a 51.3kWh Blade Battery, delivering a claimed WLTP range of up to 345km. Both variants are front-wheel drive and support DC fast charging, reaching 10–80% in approximately 39 minutes, with a peak rate of 82kW.
| Feature / Variant | Dynamic | Premium |
| Motor | 130 kW | 130 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Battery | 51.3 kWh Blade Battery | 51.3 kWh Blade Battery |
| WLTP Range | Up to 345 km | Up to 345 km |
| Charging (10–80%) | ~39 minutes | ~39 minutes |
Interior, comfort, and technology
The BYD Atto 2 emphasises a combination of practicality, comfort, and technology:
Dynamic variant
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- Rear-view camera
- 4-speaker audio
Premium variant
- 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen
- 360º camera
- 8-speaker audio
- power-adjustable front seats
- Both variants include BYD’s DiPilot driver-assist suite
- Up to 1,320 litres of boot space
The Premium variant adds additional comfort and technology features, while the Dynamic variant provides a standard set of equipment suitable for everyday driving.
Safety and features
Both variants feature a comprehensive safety suite, including multiple airbags and camera-based driver assistance through BYD’s DiPilot system. The Premium adds advanced comfort features to enhance the overall driving experience.
Pricing and availability
BYD Australia COO Stephen Collins highlighted the BYD Atto 2’s combination of space, technology, and comfort as “real value for money.” Orders open mid-November, coinciding with the official Australian launch, and deliveries are expected in early 2026.
Rivals and more
Stephen Collins, BYD Australia’s COO, emphasised the “sheer level of technology and innovative features” as a key value proposition. The BYD Atto 2’s success will depend on how its final pricing and real-world performance stack up against established rivals like the MG ZS EV, Hyundai Kona Electric, and the ever-popular Tesla Model Y.
BYD has opened expressions of interest for both the ATTO 1 and BYD Atto 2, with orders officially opening in mid-November. The automotive market will be watching closely to see whether BYD’s dual-pronged attack, with a budget city car and a tech-laden compact SUV, can further shake up Australia’s evolving EV landscape.
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