BYD Atto 3
BYD's compact electric SUV for India, and the brand's most affordable car here. Every version uses the same 204 PS front motor; the trims differ on battery size and equipment. It suits a buyer who wants a well-equipped EV of about Creta size with a panoramic roof and a 360-degree camera as standard, and who mostly drives in and around the city.
- Seating
- 5
- Engine
- Single front electric motor (permanent magnet synchronous)
- Range
- 468-521 km claimed (ARAI)
- 204 PS and 310 Nm in every variant
- Panoramic sunroof and 360-degree camera on the base trim
- Up to 521 km claimed ARAI range
- LFP Blade battery with 8-year/1.6 lakh km warranty
- 440 litres of boot
- Level 2 ADAS only on the Superior
- Premium₹30.35 lakh
The bigger 60.48 kWh battery is the upgrade that matters. It adds usable range, faster DC charging and 18-inch wheels, and you keep the sunroof, 360-degree camera and powered seats. Skip the Superior unless you want ADAS and ventilated seats.
- Dynamic₹24.99 lakh
If your driving is mostly city commuting and you charge at home, the smaller battery is enough and saves you over ₹5 lakh. It has the same motor and almost the same comfort kit as the Premium.
- Jeep Meridian₹23.33 – 38.26 lakh
- MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV₹25.70 – 27.80 lakh
- Mahindra XEV 9e₹21.90 – 30.50 lakh
BYD Atto 3 specifications
- Claimed range468-521 km claimed (ARAI)
- TransmissionSingle-speed automatic
- Body typeSUV
- Fuel typeElectric
- EngineSingle front electric motor (permanent magnet synchronous)
- Seating capacity5
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| Engines | Single front electric motor (permanent magnet synchronous) |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | Single-speed automatic |
| Power | 150 kW (204 PS) |
| Torque | 310 Nm |
| Battery | 49.92 kWh or 60.48 kWh (LFP Blade) |
| Claimed range | 468-521 km claimed (ARAI) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4455 mm |
| Width | 1875 mm |
| Height | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2720 mm |
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | 440 litres |
BYD Atto 3 variants: price and features
- Base variantAtto 3
Dynamic
₹24.99 lakhOn-road priceKey features- Panoramic sunroof
- 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- 360-degree camera
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- Panoramic sunroof
- 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- 360-degree camera
- 6 airbags
- Powered front seats
- Wireless phone charger
- Atto 3
Premium
₹30.35 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹5.36 lakh more than Dynamic for- Larger 60.48 kWh battery
- 80 kW DC fast charging (70 kW on Dynamic)
- 18-inch alloy wheels
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- Larger 60.48 kWh battery
- 80 kW DC fast charging (70 kW on Dynamic)
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- One-touch powered tailgate
- Multi-colour ambient lighting
- Top variantAtto 3
Superior
₹34.49 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹4.14 lakh more than Premium for- Level 2 ADAS with stop-and-go adaptive cruise
- Ventilated front seats
- 7 airbags (adds driver far-side airbag)
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- Level 2 ADAS with stop-and-go adaptive cruise
- Ventilated front seats
- 7 airbags (adds driver far-side airbag)
- 8-speaker Dirac audio
- Adaptive front lighting
- Blind spot detection
Our verdict on the Atto 3
The Atto 3 gives you a lot of equipment for the money. Even the ₹24.99 lakh Dynamic has a panoramic roof, a 360-degree camera, powered seats and the same 204 PS motor as the top trim. The catch is the price jump: the Premium costs ₹5.36 lakh more for a bigger battery, and the Superior adds another ₹4.14 lakh mainly for ADAS and ventilated seats. At ₹34.49 lakh the Superior sits close to bigger, newer Indian EVs from Mahindra and Tata, so compare them before you sign. BYD's dealer and service network is also much thinner than the Indian brands', so check how far your nearest workshop is. Prices are indicative ex-showroom; we would buy the Premium.
Good things
- Strong standard kit, including panoramic roof, 360-degree camera and powered front seats
- Same 204 PS motor in every trim, so the base car is not slow
- LFP Blade battery with a long 8-year/1.6 lakh km warranty
- Quiet, refined and easy to drive in town
Could be better
- ADAS, ventilated seats and the seventh airbag are kept for the dearest trim
- Big price steps between trims
- Smaller BYD service network than mainstream brands
- Dynamic's 468 km figure is from an easier city-only test cycle, so real range is lower
BYD Atto 3 colours and photos
- Cosmos Black
- Ski White
- Harbour Grey
- Atlantis Grey
BYD Atto 3: the full motor at the entry price
The Atto 3 was BYD's first electric SUV in India and is now its cheapest model. At 4,455 mm long it sits between the compact SUVs and the mid-size ones, with a 2,720 mm wheelbase that gives good rear legroom and a flat floor. The boot holds 440 litres and grows to 1,340 litres with the rear seats folded, which is plenty for family weekend trips.
Every version has the same 150 kW (204 PS) front motor and 310 Nm of torque. The Dynamic gets a 49.92 kWh LFP Blade battery with a claimed 468 km, while the Premium and Superior get a 60.48 kWh pack rated at 521 km by ARAI. DC charging peaks at 70 kW on the Dynamic and 80 kW on the others; BYD quotes about 50 minutes for 0-80 per cent.
Standard equipment is generous: panoramic sunroof, 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen, 360-degree camera, six airbags, powered front seats, wireless charging and a heat pump for the air-conditioning. The Superior adds Level 2 ADAS, ventilated front seats, a driver far-side airbag, adaptive headlamps and an 8-speaker Dirac sound system.
Is the Dynamic's smaller battery enough?
For most city owners who charge at home, yes. The 468 km claim comes from ARAI's city-only test, so expect noticeably less on the highway. If you regularly drive between cities, the 60.48 kWh Premium is the safer choice, and it also charges a little faster on DC.
Is the Superior worth ₹4.14 lakh over the Premium?
Only if you want ADAS and ventilated seats. The motor, battery and range are the same as the Premium. Ventilated seats are welcome in Indian summers, but ADAS is a convenience rather than a must-have in city traffic. For most buyers the Premium is the better value.
What about service and resale?
BYD's India dealer network is still small compared with Tata, Mahindra or Hyundai, so check the distance to your nearest service centre first. The battery warranty is 8 years or 1.6 lakh km. Resale for imported-brand EVs is less predictable than for mainstream models, so plan to keep the car for a while.
Which rivals should I look at?
Compare it with the Hyundai Creta Electric, Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, Tata Harrier EV and Mahindra's XEV 9e and BE 6. Check range, space and on-road price side by side; all of these brands have larger service networks than BYD. The Atto 3's strengths are its standard kit and refinement.
Atto 3 vs rivals
| Spec | BYD Atto 3₹24.99 – 34.49 lakh | Jeep Meridian₹23.33 – 38.26 lakh | MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV₹25.70 – 27.80 lakh | Mahindra XEV 9e₹21.90 – 30.50 lakh | Tata Harrier EV₹21.79 – 30.04 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel | Hybrid | Electric | Electric |
| Engines | Single front electric motor (permanent magnet synchronous) | 2.0 turbo diesel | 1.5 petrol plug-in hybrid, 20.5 kWh battery | Single rear motor, rear-wheel drive | Electric |
| Power | 150 kW (204 PS) | 170 hp | 201 PS motor + 102 PS engine | 170 kW (59 kWh), 210 kW (79 kWh) | 238–396 PS |
| Gearbox | Single-speed automatic | 6-speed manual, 9-speed automatic | Dedicated hybrid transmission (automatic) | Single-speed automatic | Single-speed |
| Mileage | 468-521 km claimed (ARAI) | — | 115 km electric-only claimed (MIDC, certification awaited) | 522-656 km claimed | 538–627 km claimed |
| Seats | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 440 litres | 481 litres | 192 litres | 663 litres | 502 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Atto 3 vs Meridian | Atto 3 vs Hector Tomahawk PHEV | Atto 3 vs XEV 9e | Atto 3 vs Harrier EV |
BYD Atto 3 range
- ElectricAutomatic
- Claimed range
- 468 km / 521 km
BYD Atto 3 on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹26.26 – 36.20 lakh
- Mumbai₹26.26 – 36.20 lakh
- Bengaluru₹26.26 – 36.20 lakh
- Chennai₹26.26 – 36.20 lakh
- Kolkata₹26.26 – 36.20 lakh
- Bhopal₹26.26 – 36.20 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Atto 3 EMI
₹41,987 a month
On ₹24.99 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹5.00 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹5.20 lakh.
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BYD Atto 3 FAQ
What is the price of the BYD Atto 3 in India?
The BYD Atto 3 costs ₹24.99 to 34.49 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the BYD Atto 3 come with?
The BYD Atto 3 is sold with electric power (Single front electric motor (permanent magnet synchronous)).
What is the range of the BYD Atto 3?
The claimed range of the BYD Atto 3 is 468-521 km claimed (ARAI) from a 49.92 kWh or 60.48 kWh (LFP Blade) battery.
How many people can the BYD Atto 3 seat?
The BYD Atto 3 is a 5-seater suv.
What is the length of the BYD Atto 3?
The BYD Atto 3 is 4455 mm long, 1875 mm wide and 1615 mm tall, with a 2720 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the BYD Atto 3 have?
The BYD Atto 3 has 440 litres of boot space.
Does the BYD Atto 3 come with an automatic gearbox?
The BYD Atto 3 is offered with single-speed automatic gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the BYD Atto 3?
The BYD Atto 3 has 175 mm of ground clearance.
Which BYD Atto 3 variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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