The facelifted BYD Atto 3 electric SUV has been approved for sale in Australia, bringing a light design refresh and significantly more powerful drivetrain options. While full Australian specifications haven’t been confirmed, approval documents suggest the upgraded, more powerful Atto 3 is on the way.
A facelifted BYD Atto 3, now designated as the Atto 3 Evo, launched in the UK recently. The new version offers significantly faster charging and substantial performance improvements for BYD’s popular electric SUV.
Major platform upgrade in the UK facelift
| Specification | BYD Atto 3 Evo |
|---|---|
| Battery | 74.8kWh LFP Blade |
| Power output (RWD) | 230kW / 380Nm |
| Power output (AWD) | 330kW / 560Nm |
| Electric range (WLTP) | 510km (RWD) / 470km (AWD) |
| Acceleration (0–100kmph) | 5.5s (RWD) / 3.9s (AWD) |
| DC fast charging | 220kW (up from 80kW) |
| AC charging | 11kW |
| Boot space | 1360L (seats folded) / 490L (seats up) |
In the UK and Europe, the updated model is sold as the BYD Atto 3 Evo, and brings major mechanical improvements with a new E-Platform 3.0, which has an 800V electrical architecture. The battery is integrated into the chassis for improved rigidity.
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New drivetrain options for Australia
Australian certification documents for the facelifted BYD Atto 3 list two new powertrains: a 230kW single-motor rear-wheel drive (RWD) and a 330kW dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD). For comparison, the current Atto 3 uses 150kW/310Nm FWD and 49.9kWh or 60.5kWh battery options.
New features and interior upgrades in the UK facelift
The facelifted European BYD Atto 3 Evo now features a 110L front boot (frunk), vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability (up to 3.3kW) and improved interior tech. The interior upgrades include:
- Digital instrument display 8.8-inch (from 5-inch)
- Gear selector moves to the steering column stalk
- 15.6-inch touchscreen no longer rotates
- Google apps built-in (Maps, Assistant, Play Store)
Other interior features in the overseas variant include:
- Wireless phone charger (with cooling)
- 360-degree camera
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Heated front and rear seats
- Head-up display
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Safety features in the Atto 3 Evo
The safety suite of the new Atto 3 Evo features:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Front and rear cross-traffic alert
- Lane departure assist
- Collision warnings (front and rear)
- Traffic sign recognition
- Automatic speed-limit control
Exterior changes
The overall look of the facelifted European Atto 3 remains similar, with a few upgrades like:
- Revised front and rear bumpers
- Slimmer side skirts
- New rear spoiler
- Updated tail-light graphics
- New 18-inch alloy wheel design
Final words
After Australian Government approval for sale in hand, BYD Atto 3 may launch within the next six months. Pricing for the new BYD Atto 3 in Australia has not been released, but due to the substantial upgrades, it is expected to cost more than the current model. The on-sale Atto 3 has a starting price of $39,990 (without on-road costs).
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