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Chris Thompson

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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.

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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

VariantPrice
Essential$23,990
Premium$27,990

2026 BYD Atto 2 price Australia

VariantPrice
Dynamic$31,990
Premium$35,990

2026 BYD Atto 1 engine/powertrain and efficiency

 EssentialPremium
MotorsFront-wheel permanent magnet synchronous motorFront-wheel permanent magnet synchronous motor
Power65kW115kW
Torque175Nm220Nm
Battery size30kWh43.2kWh
Driving range (WLTP)220km310km
Charging rate max (AC/DC)3.5kW/65kW5kW/85kW
DC fast charging time (10-80 per cent)30min30min
AC charging time (0-100 per cent)3.5hrs5hrs

2026 BYD Atto 2 engine/powertrain and efficiency

 DynamicPremium
MotorsFront-wheel permanent magnet synchronous motorFront-wheel permanent magnet synchronous motor
Power130kW130kW
Torque290Nm290Nm
Battery size51.13kWh51.13kWh
Driving range (WLTP)345km345km
Charging rate max (AC/DC)7kW/82kW7kW/82kW
DC fast charging time (10-80 per cent)39min39min
AC charging time (0-100 per cent)8.2hrs8.2hrs

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
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Chris Thompson

Senior Journalist

Racing video games, car-spotting on road trips, and helping wash the family VL Calais Turbo as a kid were all early indicators that an interest in cars would stay present in Chris’ life, but loading up his 1990 VW Golf GTI Mk2 and moving from hometown Brisbane to work in automotive publishing in Melbourne ensured cars would be a constant. With a few years as MOTOR Magazine’s first digital journalist under his belt, followed by a stint as a staff journalist for Wheels Magazine, Chris’ career already speaks to a passion for anything with four wheels, especially the 1989 Mazda MX-5 he currently owns. From spending entire weeks dissecting the dynamic abilities of sports cars to weighing up the practical options for car buyers from all walks of life, Chris’ love for writing and talking about cars means if you’ve got a motoring question, he can give you an answer.
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