kobayashiGT Internal Moderator January 14 Share January 14 2025 BYD Atto 2 will be firm’s smallest SUV yet Source: https://www.whatcar.com/news/2025-byd-atto-2-will-be-firms-smallest-suv-yet/n27354 You might not have realised it, but BYD is actually a giant in the world of electric cars, leading global EV sales in 2024 and outselling even the likes of Tesla. Now it’s trying to expand its appeal with the introduction of the all-new BYD Atto 2, the Chinese manufacturer’s smallest SUV to date. As the name suggests, the Atto 2 will sit below the BYD Atto 3 in the car maker’s range. It’ll be available with two choices of Blade Battery – BYD’s own development that is designed as an alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries and is made without the use of the rare-earth metals, cobalt and nickel. The entry-level 45.1kWh battery powers a 174bhp front-mounted motor, and officially manages around 194 miles on a charge. The Hyundai Kona Electric and Volvo EX30 will travel farther on a charge, although BYD promises a larger battery in due course, but you’ll still get more power in a Smart #1. Outside, the Atto 2 displays chunky SUV styling, with LED headlights as standard and slim daytime running lights. The rear features a roof spoiler and tail-lights in the shape of ‘Chinese knots’, resembling infinity symbols. The Atto 2 looks set to feature the same 15.6in infotainment screen that has impressed in the Atto 3 with its responsiveness and resolution. In that car, it is able to rotate from portrait to landscape orientation. On top of that, the Atto 2’s digital instrument display looks much larger than the 5in screen in its bigger sibling. The centre console is home to physical controls for some functions, including a button for the windscreen demister, a knob for audio control and a switch to select different driving modes. With 400 litres of boot space, the Atto 2 should be more practical than a number of rivals, including the Smart #1 and EX30, but you’ll be able to fit more in a Kona Electric. Still, with the rear seats folded, you can turn that into 1,340 litres of space, which is much more impressive. A flat floor should make accessing the rear seats relatively easy, too. The Atto 2 is due to arrive in February. Prices aren’t yet confirmed, but the Chinese marque has claimed affordability is at the heart of the Atto 2’s design. We expect prices to start at around £30,000, which is slightly cheaper than the #1 and around the same as what you’d pay for the competitively-priced MG ZS EV. ↡ Advertisement 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobayashiGT Internal Moderator January 14 Author Share January 14 The atto 2 should be popular among the SG buyers, as a replacement for Honda vezel. . . / Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
13177 Hypersonic January 14 Share January 14 On 1/14/2025 at 10:21 AM, kobayashiGT said: The atto 2 should be popular among the SG buyers, as a replacement for Honda vezel. . . / Isn't BYD already have Dolphin? This Atto 2 similar to Dolphin? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mancypher 3rd Gear January 14 Share January 14 On 1/14/2025 at 10:40 AM, 13177 said: Isn't BYD already have Dolphin? This Atto 2 similar to Dolphin? Dolphin appearance very ugly. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invigorated Supercharged January 14 Share January 14 On 1/14/2025 at 10:40 AM, 13177 said: Isn't BYD already have Dolphin? This Atto 2 similar to Dolphin? This looks like a replacement for the dolphin. Even the rear lights are similar. Maybe a rename? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mersaylee Hypersonic January 14 Share January 14 Ehh...🤷♂️ 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobayashiGT Internal Moderator January 14 Author Share January 14 On 1/14/2025 at 11:02 AM, Invigorated said: This looks like a replacement for the dolphin. Even the rear lights are similar. Maybe a rename? Oh... you never say, i never realize wor. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
13177 Hypersonic January 14 Share January 14 On 1/14/2025 at 11:02 AM, Invigorated said: This looks like a replacement for the dolphin. Even the rear lights are similar. Maybe a rename? If Atto 2 price close to Atto 3, don't think anyone would buy Atto 2. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mkl22 Supersonic January 14 Share January 14 On 1/14/2025 at 11:56 AM, 13177 said: If Atto 2 price close to Atto 3, don't think anyone would buy Atto 2. me... lighter and newer car. plus no guitar strings to irritate. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invigorated Supercharged January 14 Share January 14 On 1/14/2025 at 11:56 AM, 13177 said: If Atto 2 price close to Atto 3, don't think anyone would buy Atto 2. That's true. Think it may just be a tad cheaper but I personally feel this looks better in both the interior and exterior. Perhaps space would be a compromise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voodooman Supersonic January 14 Share January 14 Atto 3 is pretty squeezy in the back seat, can’t imagine a smaller SUV like Atto 2. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
13177 Hypersonic January 14 Share January 14 On 1/14/2025 at 1:40 PM, Invigorated said: That's true. Think it may just be a tad cheaper but I personally feel this looks better in both the interior and exterior. Perhaps space would be a compromise. The space should not be spacious in such a small SUV. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soya Supersonic January 14 Share January 14 On 1/14/2025 at 10:21 AM, kobayashiGT said: The atto 2 should be popular among the SG buyers, as a replacement for Honda vezel. . . / The Atto 3 has taken over the Vezel as the new national car oredi 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobayashiGT Internal Moderator January 15 Author Share January 15 On 1/14/2025 at 8:35 PM, Soya said: The Atto 3 has taken over the Vezel as the new national car oredi hahahaha. True that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sdf4786k Twincharged Wednesday at 11:51 PM Share Wednesday at 11:51 PM The incoming MG ES5 seems to be a better bet with rear wheel drive. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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