Video Summary
Here are the key findings and a summary of the video review:- The BYD Atto 3 is already popular in Australia.
- The 2024 updated model has a few more features and is cheaper than before.
- Pricing for EVs fluctuates a lot as automakers try to meet the demand.
- The Atto 3 Extended Range was initially priced at $50,011 before on-road costs,
- Later, a drive-away deal was announced for $45,990 for pre-registered demos.
- The updated model is now priced at $47,499, up from the sale price but cheaper than before.
- Visually, the biggest change is the new Cosmos Black color; otherwise, there's not much difference from previous years.
- EV brands focus updates on the battery, technology, and software more than design changes.
- A 15.6-inch rotating infotainment touchscreen replaces the previous 12.8-inch version.
- Updates include wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and a karaoke function.
- The interior design is interesting, with unique features like guitar string door pockets that may not suit everyone's taste.
- The back seat is adequate for an SUV of this size, though the seats are flat.
- There are multiple pockets, a USB-A and a USB-C charging outlet in the back, but a flat floor benefits width.
- The boot is respectable at 440 liters with a movable floor, but there is no spare tire; there is a puncture repair kit.
- Standard and Extended Range models have a single front-mounted electric motor with 150 kW and 310 Nm of torque.
- Standard range Atto 3 is rated for 345 km on the WLTP cycle with a 49.9 kWh battery.
- The Extended Range has a larger 60.48 kWh battery for a range of 420 km.
- Charging is capped at 70kW DC for the standard and 80kW DC for the extended versions.
- The reviewer thinks the suspension is firm.
- Both models have a comprehensive list of active and passive safety features, achieving a 5-star ANCAP rating.
- Safety features aren't perfect in reality, so it isn’t for someone seeking something spectacular. It is fine and does a good job overall.
- BYD offers a six-year/150,000 km warranty for the vehicle and an eight-year/160,000 km warranty for the batteries.
- Services are every 12 months/20,000 km and range from $165 to over $600.
The video concludes the Atto 3 is more appealing overall to those ready for an EV.
