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Overview
The 2025 BYD Atto 1 Essential is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th November 2025 classified as a EQE. The BYD Atto 1 is regarded as a small car built in China with prices starting at $23,990 before on-road costs.
This BYD Atto 1 uses a fully electric engine.
The BYD Atto 1 measures 1590mm (62.6 inches) in height, 3990mm (157.1 inches) in length, 1720mm (67.7 inches) in width with a 2500mm (98.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1294kg (2852.8 lbs) of unladen weight. The Atto 1 Essential comes standard with 175/65 R15 front tyres and 175/65 R15 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 20,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 72 month, 150,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
50.23 - 79.14 kW/t
50.23 kW/t
79.14 kW/t
Boot Space
308 litres
255 litres
308 litres
Price
$23,990 - $27,990
$18,290
$27,990
Warranty (Years)
6 years
6 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
150,000 km
150,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
3 years
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,638 - 1,734 kg
1,410 kg
1,734 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
150 mm
141 mm
150 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
30 - 43.2 kWh
30 kWh
43.2 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
11 kW
11 kW
DC Fast Charging (max kW)
65 - 85 kW
65 kW
85 kW
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Dimensions
3,990 mm
1,720 mm
1,590 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,990 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,720 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,900 mm |
| Load Capacity | 344 mm |
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Explore BYD Atto 1 Features & Specs
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 0
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
CO2 Level (Urban): 0
Standard Met: ZEV
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Front Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Front Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Duration: 14.00
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.20
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 220
Mode 3 amps (A): 10
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 3.00
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 8.98
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 4.49
Mode 3 Duration: 3.50
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 220
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.44
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.44
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 0.57
Mode 4 Duration: 0.42
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 65.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 65.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Front
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 175
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 88.4
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 65.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Cell Type: Prismatic
Battery Supplier: BYD
Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Voltage: 333.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 30.08
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
V2L Charging
Maximum Outlet Power: 3.3
Number of Outlets: 0
Total Power: 3.3
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.10
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.1
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 88
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 88
Maximum Power (kW): 65
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 65
Maximum Torque (Nm): 175
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 175
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Power Consumption
Combined (km/kWh): 0.1
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 24.5
Combined (kWh/100km): 15.5
Combined (kWh/km): 0.3
Combined (kWh/mile): 0.2
Combined (miles/kWh): 0.2
Combined (Wh/km): 152
Combined (Wh/mile): 245
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: 1AT
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 175
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.0
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: E-Platform 3.0
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 36.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1037
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 308
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9900
Front Track (in): 59.1
Front Track (mm): 1500
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 150
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 32.5
Overall Height (in): 62.6
Overall Height (mm): 1590
Overall Length (in): 157.1
Overall Length (mm): 3990
Overall Width (in): 67.7
Overall Width (mm): 1720
Rear Track (in): 58.4
Rear Track (mm): 1483
Wheelbase (in): 98.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2500
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1638
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3611
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1294
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2853
Tare Weight (kg): 1294
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: FM
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Heat Pump: yes
Ion Filtering: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
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