All-new BYD Atto 3 debuts in China with 326 hp, 630 km range, and flash charging

The all-new BYD Atto 3 crossover was revealed at the Beijing Auto Show 2026 with a peak power of 240 kW (326 hp) and up to 630 km of range. It adopts the LiDAR-based DiPilot 300 assisted driving system, a continuous damping system, and flash charging technology. This car is known in China by its domestic name Yuan Plus.

BYD positions the new Atto 3 as the third-generation model. It aims to boost the model’s domestic sales as BYD handed over just 10,675 units of this compact SUV in China, down 73.2% Year-Over-Year (China EV DataTracker). The new car adopts the brand’s latest Loong Face (Dragon Face) design language with sharp headlights, a chrome-plated element between them, and semi-hidden door handles.

The new BYD Atto 3 is a compact-sized SUV with dimensions of 4665/1895/1675 mm. The wheelbase reaches 2,770 mm. It is 210 mm longer, 20 mm wider, and 60 mm higher than the outgoing crossover. The wheelbase of the updated variant was stretched by 50 mm. The new Atto 3 offers two wheel options for 18 and 19 inches. Previously, the Atto 3 applied for a sales license in China, getting ready for the sales start.

The new BYD Atto 3 adopts a frunk for 101 liters. The car is offered with six color options. The car’s interior adopts 16 speakers, 16 speakers, a built-in refrigerator with heating function, and a power tailgate. This model offers a large floating touchscreen, an LCD instrument panel, a head-up display, and a gear shifter that sits behind a two-spoke steering wheel. The center tunnel has two wireless phone chargers.

The third-gen Atto 3 comes standard with a 57.545 kWh LFP battery paired with a 200 kW (268 hp) electric motor in the rear axle. This variant offers 540 km of CLTC range. The second battery provides a capacity of 68.547 kWh. It works in pairs with an e-motor for 240 kW (322 hp). The electric range of this version is 630 km. The new Atto 3 adopts the flash charging technology that allows charging the battery from 10% to 97% in nine minutes.