Video Summary
Here's a summary of the YouTube video review:- Off the line, the car has the potential to embarrass other cars that identify as performance vehicles.
- In the car lights, some owners report the lights playing up, however, the car generally fixes itself if the car is turned off then on.
- Exterior panel thinness can cause easy denting.
- Low door edges can cause issues getting in/out but prevent pants from getting dirty.
- The boot release and camera are located low, making them prone to dirt.
- Stock Atlas Batman tires are shocking, having shocking traction. Post-update tires are Continental and better.
- Owners report premature wearing of wiper blades, wipers are needed.
- The infotainment system has glitchy problems and needs software updates.
- The battery’s WLTP-predicted range is optimistic. The extended version shows a difference between the actual and predicted range.
- Used market prices range from about $30,000 to $45,000 in Australia.
- An annoyance for drivers is that when indicating, the music completely cuts out.
- Air conditioning is not as powerful as expected, requiring more effort when used on hotter days.
- There are reported instances of the drive shaft retaining nut coming loose.
- Post-update cars feature minor styling updates.
- A pro of the design, the ATTO3 doesn't appear like a specific, special EV.
- The seat ergonomics are great, the seat is comfortable.
- Interior build quality is good and is more resilient than many European cars.
- With these, buyers should ensure their lifestyle can accommodate owning an EV.
- Given the prices on the used market, buying a used version could be a better option.
- One of the best things to get for this is the new replacement WIPERTECH wipers to replace the current ones.
- There's a recommendation for an alternative: the Lexus NX Hybrid, cited for better support, imperviousness to depreciation, and is beautiful to drive.
- There are reports of breakages in the steering rack/arm when hitting potholes.
- Aftermarket service on these is poor, with a lack of expertise in after-sales service, lack of parts availability, third-party transfers and poor service.
- The 2023 BYD Atto 3 is rated with a five-star ANCAP safety rating.
