2022 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range

It’s hard for us to imagine a time before the internal combustion engine. In truth, we would have to travel back to the 19th Century, where electric vehicles (EV’s) outsold gasoline cars ten to one and dominated the roads and dealerships.

In the 1920’s, the improvement in road infrastructure required vehicles with longer range, so with worldwide petroleum discoveries making gas-powered cars cheaper to operate, the convenience the internal combustion offered was undeniable. The focus from EV’s simply shifted in favour of the alternative, and that is history.

It was not until the 2000’s, the time of the global economic crisis, that the EV brought renewed interest and in independence once again. The vast technology boom paved the way to understanding how battery technology could be applied to commercial applications once again. Whilst the road to electric has been a slow one in the past decade, the charge to deliver cars overflowing with design and technology to a new audience in the now has been exciting.

Electric vehicle giant Tesla was the catalyst in “…accelerating the worlds transition into sustainable transport…” and today in Australia nearly every EOM has a stake in the EV space and price point with their own offering with household manufacturers being joined by new market entries – the choice is exciting.

Enter the new Atto 3 from BYD: A manufacturer that may be new to our shores but on a global scale, the largest selling EV manufacturer in the world today. With industry-leading technology, their high-tech focus is on delivering once-in-a-century transition to electrification.

Based on an all-new e-Platform 3.0 designed exclusively for pure electric vehicles and giving full play to the advantages of intelligence, efficiency, safety and aesthetics, the e-Platform aims to promote NEVs’ performance in safety and low-temperature driving range as well as improve intelligent driving experiences, to build more efficient and safer new intelligent EVs.

Powered by a front-wheel-drive 150kW electric motor producing 310Nm of torque from zero, the drive off the line is quick. And whilst other electric vehicles make key components of their vehicles including transmission, controller, on-board charger, drive motor and battery management systems, Atto 3 combines 8 key components into a world-first package that maximises space and energy efficiency. The Blade Battery technology is an industry leader too combining safety, strength, lifespan and longer range.

We are fortunate to have available this Atto 3 Extended Range for immediate delivery. Finished in Boulder Grey Metallic with Tri-Colour premium interior it has just 100km mileage and is ready for your very own electric adventure.

The first of two model releases, Atto 3 is an extremely well-engineered EV with excellent refinement, spacious interior and excellent technologies build into to its rotating touchscreen including over the air (OTA) software updates. The design is impressive too with smart and sporty aerodynamics matched with continuous lighting design and wider beam of light that underpins its presence and improves visibility and night driving experience.

Step inside, and Atto 3 comes to life. Its premium interior is unique and distinctive, providing an engaging driving experience. A streamlined central console and user- friendly functions seamlessly blend the new technology of an EV with the familiar.

Featuring electric & heated seats, full panoramic glass sunroof, 8 speaker sound system, 12.8” intelligent rotating touchscreen, DAB & Spotify, wireless phone charging, multi-coloured ambient lighting and even door mounted guitar strings, Atto 3 delivers an impressive and immersive experience. Matched with 1340 of configurable boot space and Vehicle to Load (V2L) system with its own power-board, you are ready to power anything, anywhere you go.

With a real-world and usable range, charging is a sinch too. Supporting both AC home and destination charging along with high-speed DC charging, your daily commute or long distance journey has never been easier. Charge over night for the most cost effective top-up or from 30-80% in under 30 mins at a dedicated DC station – enough time to enjoy a coffee and a bite.

Combined with the rapid take up of EV’s in the market, new destination and fast chargers coming online weekly, there has never been a better time to go electric.

An 8 year Battery Warranty, 6 year Vehicle Warranty and Service Centres in every state gives your peace of mind from your first electric kilometre.

Lead the charge and make appointment with one of the sales team to discuss the Atto 3 in more detail.