BYD Atto 3 transformed with faster charging, bigger range, more power
- 10 February 2026
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BYD has overhauled the Atto 3, equipping its electric family SUV with more power, a bigger battery, longer range and faster charging. Now badged as the Atto 3
BYD has overhauled the Atto 3, equipping its electric family SUV with more power, a bigger battery, longer range and faster charging.
Now badged as the Atto 3 Evo, the heavily updated EV also gets a simpler range structure and boosted specification lists, along with new rear- and all-wheel drive versions.
First launched in the UK and on the Continent in 2023, the Atto 3 Evo moves to the latest version of BYD’s e-Platform 3.0, switching from a solely front-wheel-drive configuration to a choice of either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. At the same time, the rear suspension moves from a four-link layout to a more sophisticated five-link system for improved dynamics.
The streamlined range structure delivers two versions of the Atto 3 Evo, both featuring a larger battery with a capacity of 74.8kWh and 800V electrical architecture that offers rapid DC charging of 220kW; enough to take either of the new models from 10% to 80% in 25 minutes.
The rear-wheel-drive Design features a single rear motor producing 313hp and 380Nm of torque, enabling a 0-62mph time of 5.5 seconds and a WLTP combined range of 317 miles.
The all-wheel-drive Excellence adds a front motor for a combined output of 449hp and 560Nm of torque, slashing its 0-62mph time to 3.9 seconds while delivering a WLTP combined range of 292 miles.
Both versions also get a higher rated towing capacity (1,500kg braked) and BYD’s Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology, which can power external devices at up to 3kW.
The new Atto 3 Evo features the same external dimensions but the new platform’s packaging gains have been maximised to offer a boot which is 50 litres larger than before, at 490 litres, expanding to 1360 litres when the split rear seat is folded down. The Atto 3 Evo also gains a ‘frunk’ beneath the bonnet with 101 litres of extra space.
Subtle design changes include revised front and rear bumpers, new 18-inch alloy wheels, a cleaner side profile with slimmer side skirts and a sportier spoiler at the trailing edge of the roof.
Inside, the front cabin now features an airier feel, thanks to the relocation of the gear selector from a central position to a steering column-mounted shifter. There’s a fresh design of 8.8-inch digital instrument panel, a focus on high-quality materials throughout, and the feature list has been extended to include technologies more commonly seen in the class above, such as a head-up display and even heated rear seats.
The Atto 3 Evo gets the latest BYD infotainment, based in a 15.6-inch central touchscreen said to be the largest in the segment. The system includes integrated Google functions such as Google Maps, Google Play Store for a range of car-optimised applications, and Google Assistant. The AI-enhanced voice assistant uses a cloud-based large language model (LLM) that allows complex commands in natural speech.
Safety and driver-assistance systems include seven airbags, adaptive cruise control and intelligent cruise control, front and rear cross traffic alert, blind spot detection, lane departure assist, front and rear collision warning, traffic sign recognition and intelligent speed limit control.
The new trim level structure is streamlined, with the main difference between the two Design and Excellence models being power, performance and all-wheel drive.
The rear-wheel-drive Design features an 8.8-inch digital instrument panel, a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system, four USB-C ports, wireless smartphone charging with integrated cooling, front and rear parking sensors with a 360-degree surround-view camera, vehicle-to-load, an efficient heat pump, 18-inch alloy wheels, electrically adjustable heated front seats and ambient cabin lighting.
As well as all-wheel drive and higher performance, the Excellence adds a head-up display, heated rear seats and a panoramic sunroof with electric sunshade.
It comes with BYD’s after-sales support, including a six-year manufacturer’s warranty for the vehicle and eight years or 155,350 miles of cover for the battery with a guaranteed state of health (SOH) of at least 70%.
The Atto 3 Evo is available to order now, with prices yet to be announced. First deliveries are expected in the spring.
