BYD ATTO 3 EVO

The ATTO 3 EVO is aimed at drivers who want an electric SUV that charges quickly and still has room for the family. It runs on an 800V architecture, and BYD quotes a WLTP combined range of 510 km (about 317 miles). Rapid DC charging reaches 220 kW and takes the battery from 10 to 80 percent in 25 minutes, and an optional 11 kW wallbox covers charging at home.

Performance and charging

The all-wheel-drive version has up to 330 kW of maximum power and covers 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, with a top speed of 200 km/h. A heat pump is standard, using heat from the surroundings, the powertrain, the cabin and even the batteries to protect range in cold weather. The powertrain combines eight parts in one unit, and BYD calls its Blade Battery ultra safe and long lived.

Inside and on the road

The cabin has sports seats in vegan leather with electric adjustment, heating and ventilation, and the rear seats are heated too. The rear floor is flat thanks to e-Platform 3.0. A wireless charging pad sits in the central armrest, multi-coloured ambient lighting reacts to music, and the door panels carry guitar-style strings that stretch to hold bottles. A 101 litre front trunk suits charging cables and shopping. The headlights have a wider beam and a dynamic steering light meant to help at night.

Safety and connectivity

Safety equipment includes cell-to-body construction, seven airbags, driver-assistance features and a high-definition 360-degree camera for parking. The 15.6 inch touchscreen has built-in Google functions, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with Spotify and HERE Maps among the supported apps, plus an AI voice assistant. Over-the-air updates keep the system current, and BYD's cloud service is reached through the smartphone app.

Key facts

• Range: 510 km (about 317 miles, WLTP combined)
• DC charging: up to 220 kW, 10 to 80 percent in 25 minutes
• Power: up to 330 kW, all-wheel drive, 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds
• Top speed: 200 km/h
• Front trunk: 101 litres
• Architecture: 800V