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BYD Atto 3 EV vs Cupra Formentor
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2025 BYD Atto 3 EV - Essential
Automatic, 5-door SUV, Electric, FWD
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Overview
Variant
Essential
Variant
V
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
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Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
150kW / 310Nm
Power and torque
140kW / 320Nm
410km
786km
Warranty
6 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Vehicle 360 View Camera
Manufacturer Name: Top View Camera System
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: 24
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 12.80
Front Touch Screen: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 12.00
Front Touch Screen: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 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
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Air Conditioning: yes
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Voice Activating System
Includes Air Conditioning: yes
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 12.80
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 12.00
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Charge Completion Alert: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Remote Battery Management
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Remote Seat Heating Control: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Remote Services
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Illuminated Entry System
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Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Memorised Adjustment
—
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Automatic Park & Perpendicular
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 0
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
CO2 Level (Urban): 0
Standard Met: ZEV
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 134
CO2 Level (Combined): 159
CO2 Level (Urban): 203
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Energy Recuperation
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Compressor
—
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Engine
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Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: DO2
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Total
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Duration: 23.00
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.30
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 amps (A): 32
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 7.84
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 14.91
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 7.84
Mode 3 Duration: 7.13
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 7.00
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 7.00
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%: 0.68
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.68
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 0.95
Mode 4 Duration: 0.58
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 70.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 70.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 20
Mode 4 Voltage: 333
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Front
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 310
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 204.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 150.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery (Ah): 202.0
Battery Cell Count: 77
Battery Cell Type: Prismatic
Battery Supplier: BYD
Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Voltage: 247.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 49.90
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 7.0
Range (km): 410.00
Range (miles): 254.76
V2L Charging
Maximum Outlet Power: 2.2
Number of Outlets: 2
Total Power: 2.2
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)
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Swivelling
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.80
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 5.00
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.30
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 410
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 255
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 786
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 488
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 48
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 40
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.9
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 160
Maximum Speed (km/h): 160
Maximum Speed (mph): 99
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.1
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 204
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 204
Maximum Power (kW): 150
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 150
Maximum Torque (Nm): 310
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 310
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4620
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 190
Maximum Power (kW): 140
Maximum Torque (Nm): 320
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Power Consumption
Combined (km/kWh): 0.1
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 23.8
Combined (kWh/100km): 14.8
Combined (kWh/km): 0.3
Combined (kWh/mile): 0.2
Combined (miles/kWh): 0.2
Combined (Wh/km): 148
Combined (Wh/mile): 238
Power Consumption
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Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.0
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Manufacturer Name: 4drive
Selection: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: Dq381-7a
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: DSG
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Power Steering
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Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Alternate Suspension
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Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
—
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 19.0
Break Over Angle: 13.0
Departure Angle: 24.0
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 47.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 1340
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 440
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 52.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1475
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 420
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.0
Front Track (mm): 1575
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 175
Overall Height (in): 63.6
Overall Height (mm): 1615
Overall Length (in): 175.4
Overall Length (mm): 4455
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 74.4
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1890
Overall Width (in): 73.8
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 80.7
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2050
Overall Width (mm): 1875
Rear Track (in): 62.2
Rear Track (mm): 1580
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10700
Wheelbase (in): 107.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2720
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10700
Front Track (in): 62.4
Front Track (mm): 1585
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
Overall Height (in): 59.5
Overall Height (mm): 1511
Overall Length (in): 175.2
Overall Length (mm): 4450
Overall Width (in): 72.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 78.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1992
Overall Width (mm): 1839
Rear Track (in): 61.4
Rear Track (mm): 1559
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Wheelbase (in): 105.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2680
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 42.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1075
Rear Headroom (in): 38.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 986
Front Hip Room (in): 55.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1409
Rear Hip Room (in): 53.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1362
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: E-Platform 3.0
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Mqb-Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
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
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
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
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: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
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 Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1653
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2090
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4608
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1680
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3704
Tare Weight (kg): 1680
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1700
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3748
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1658
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3655
Tare Weight (kg): 1624
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 80
Audio System
Brand Name: Other
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: FM
System Power (W): 20
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/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
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look / Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Synthetic Leather
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Door Sill Protector
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Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 10
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Buzzer: yes
Includes Display: yes
Manufacturer Code: Blind Spot Detection
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor & Camera
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 91.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 84.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20221101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 69.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20281231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 80.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Byd Atto 3 Standard Range Lhd
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 93.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20210701
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 68.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20271231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2021
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 80.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Formentor Lhd 1.5 Litre
Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Marketed As Sustainable Vegan: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Electric Heater: yes
Heat Pump: yes
Ion Filtering: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Roof
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Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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