BYD India has finally rolled out the 2024 Atto 3 electric SUV in the Indian market after teasing this model for weeks. The EV manufacturer first introduced the Atto 3 EV in India in 2022. After the recent update, the new electric car is available at an introductory price of INR 24.99 lakh (ex-showroom), which makes it INR 9 lakh cheaper than the previous top-spec model. Bookings for the Atto 3 are currently open for a token amount of INR 50,000, while deliveries are expected to start in the coming weeks.
The MY2024 Atto 3 EV is available in three variants: Dynamic (base), Superior (top), and Premium (mid). The Dynamic variant is priced at INR 24.99 lakh (ex-showroom), and the Premium variant is available at INR 29.85 lakh (ex-showroom). On the other hand, the Superior trim continues to be priced at INR 33.99 lakh (ex-showroom). In its segment, the Atto 3 gives tough competition to the likes of the MG ZS EV, Tata Nexon EV, Mahindra XUV 400 EV, Tata Harrier EV, and more.
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The BYD Atto 3 Dynamic variant comes equipped with a 49.92kWh battery pack that delivers a certified range of 468 km on one charge. The Superior and Premium variants, on the other hand, feature a larger 60.48kWh unit that provides an ARAI-certified claimed range of 521 km. The battery set can be charged from 0 to 80 percent in just 50 minutes via a fast charger.
BYD is offering the Atto 3 in a new 'Cosmos Black' color scheme. The BYD Atto 3 top variant comes equipped with a host of features, but the new Dynamic variant misses out on features like an electric tailgate, Level 2 ADAS, an 8-speaker sound system, and multi-color ambient lighting. Meanwhile, the Premium mid-spec variant only misses out on ADAS and adaptive headlights. Additionally, the top variant continues to feature all the advanced features.
The 2024 BYD Atto 3 Dynamic and Premium variants are loaded with features like a panoramic sunroof, a 6-way powered driver seat, a 12.8-inch touchscreen, electric ORVMs, a wireless charger, a 360-degree camera, and automatic climate control. In terms of safety features, the Dynamic and Premium models house seven airbags, an electronic stability program, ABS with EBD, a tyre pressure monitoring system, hill descent control, and ISOFIX mounts. Both models boast synthetic leather seats and exterior LED lighting. The base Dynamic model rolls on smaller 17-inch alloys, whereas the higher variants stand on 18-inch wheels.
