BYD Australia has confirmed pricing and specifications for two of its smallest electric cars (EVs), and the entry prices are a shock.
The 2026 BYD Atto 1 will start from a staggeringly low $23,990 before on-road costs, putting it amongst the likes of the Chery Tiggo 4, Hyundai Venue and Suzuki Swift in terms of pricing.
It’s to be joined by the larger Atto 2, which will start from $31,990 before on-roads, still putting it on the competitive side of electric car pricing.
BYD says both have undergone Australia-specific testing for suspension tuning and driver assist systems (ADAS).
Built on the brand’s e-Platform 3.0 the two models feature different battery sizes and drivetrains, with two variants each consisting of different features and ranges.
Both will arrive in showrooms for sale over the Australian summer, starting in December.
2026 BYD Atto 1 price Australia
| Variant | Price |
| Essential | $23,990 |
| Premium | $27,990 |
2026 BYD Atto 2 price Australia
| Variant | Price |
| Dynamic | $31,990 |
| Premium | $35,990 |
2026 BYD Atto 1 engine/powertrain and efficiency
| Â | Essential | Premium |
| Motors | Front-wheel permanent magnet synchronous motor | Front-wheel permanent magnet synchronous motor |
| Power | 65kW | 115kW |
| Torque | 175Nm | 220Nm |
| Battery size | 30kWh | 43.2kWh |
| Driving range (WLTP) | 220km | 310km |
| Charging rate max (AC/DC) | 3.5kW/65kW | 5kW/85kW |
| DC fast charging time (10-80 per cent) | 30min | 30min |
| AC charging time (0-100 per cent) | 3.5hrs | 5hrs |
2026 BYD Atto 2 engine/powertrain and efficiency
| Â | Dynamic | Premium |
| Motors | Front-wheel permanent magnet synchronous motor | Front-wheel permanent magnet synchronous motor |
| Power | 130kW | 130kW |
| Torque | 290Nm | 290Nm |
| Battery size | 51.13kWh | 51.13kWh |
| Driving range (WLTP) | 345km | 345km |
| Charging rate max (AC/DC) | 7kW/82kW | 7kW/82kW |
| DC fast charging time (10-80 per cent) | 39min | 39min |
| AC charging time (0-100 per cent) | 8.2hrs | 8.2hrs |
2026 BYD Atto 1 standard features
- 10.1-inch multimedia touchscreen
- 7.0-inch driver display
- Digital radio
- Four-speaker sound system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wireless and USB)
- 4G connectivity and Over-The-Air (OTA) software updates
- USB ports (Type A and Type C)
- Bluetooth phone connectivity and audio streaming
- 12V socket
- Keyless entry and start
- Split folding rear seats (50:50)
- Tyre repair kit
Premium adds:
- Wireless phone charging
- Auto LED headlights
- Power adjustable heated front seat
- Four-way steering adjust
- Tinted privacy glass
- Retractable mirrors
- Surround-view parking camera
2026 BYD Atto 2 standard features
- 10.1-inch multimedia touchscreen
- 8.8-inch driver display
- Digital radio
- Four-speaker sound system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wireless and USB)
- 4G connectivity and Over-The-Air (OTA) software updates
- USB ports (Type A and Type C)
- Bluetooth phone connectivity and audio streaming
- 12V socket
- Keyless entry and start
- Split folding rear seats (50:50)
- Tyre repair kit
Premium adds:
- 12.8-inch multimedia touchscreen
- Wireless phone charging
- Eight-speaker sound system
- Auto LED headlights
- Panoramic sunroof
- Roof racks
- Power adjustable heated front seat
- Four-way steering adjust
- Tinted privacy glass
- Retractable mirrors
- Surround-view parking camera
- Parking sensors