Ahead of its expected arrival, the BYD Atto 2 has been spotted testing on our roads once again. Previously, a heavily camouflaged test mule was spotted, giving a brief glimpse of its fascia. This time, the SUV has been spied undisguised, offering a clear look at its profile and rear section. Upon launch, the Atto 2 is expected to be the entry point into the BYD range, positioning itself below the Atto 3.
- Expected to arrive in EV guise; Offered globally with 45.1 and 64.8kWh battery packs.
- Front-axle mounted motors produce up to 201hp and 310Nm.
- Gets a 430km WLTP-certified range and supports up to 155kW DC charging.
BYD Atto 2 spied: What was spotted?
The model spied was seen without a traditional exhaust pipe, suggesting it was the all-electric version being tested. Internationally, the Atto 2 is also offered with a PHEV powertrain. In profile, the SUV sports black and silver cladding on the wheel arches and door sills, electric-release door handles, and a charging port on the front fender. Additionally, the wheels have a sporty dual-tone design. A roof-mounted spoiler, connected LED tail lamps, and a dual-tone bumper with integrated reflectors and subtle silver accents make up the rear.
It is highly likely that the Atto 2 would launch as an EV first, as BYD announced that the Seal U would be its first model with a PHEV powertrain.
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BYD Atto 2: Expected specifications and details
The global-spec BYD Atto 2 measures 4,310mm in length, 1,830mm in width, and 1,675mm in height, with a 2,620mm wheelbase. In EV guise, it comes with a choice of 45.1kWh and 64.8kWh battery packs paired with a front-axle-mounted electric motor. The motor produces 177hp and 290Nm with the smaller pack, and 201hp and 310Nm with the larger one. BYD claims a 0-100kph sprint time of 7.9 seconds, a top speed of 170kph, and a WLTP-certified range of up to 430km. For charging, the Atto 2 supports 11kW AC charging and up to 155kW DC fast charging.
Inside, the global-spec Atto 2 can be specced in either an all-black or beige-and-black theme. Like its larger sibling Atto 3, it gets a minimalist dashboard with a 12.8-inch infotainment display that's rotatable. Other features include an 8.8-inch digital driver’s display, panoramic sunroof, a 6-speaker audio system, a 50W wireless phone charger, a 360-degree camera, a vehicle-to-load (V2L) charging function and front and rear parking sensors.
The arrival of the Atto 2 can help BYD establish its presence in the heavily contested electric mid-size SUV space. It includes rivals like the Maruti e Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella, MG ZS EV, VinFast VF6, Hyundai Creta EV, Tata Sierra EV, Mahindra BE 6, and the Tata Curvv EV.
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