BYD Atto 1 vs BYD Atto 2

The BYD Atto 1 starts from $23,990 before on-road costs, while the BYD Atto 2 opens at $31,990. That makes the BYD Atto 1 the more affordable entry point by $8,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $26,389 and $35,189 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The BYD Atto 1 features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the BYD Atto 2 gets a 10.1-inch display and 8.8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The BYD Atto 1 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and V2L — features our data doesn't list for the BYD Atto 2. The BYD Atto 2 counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The BYD Atto 1 uses a Electric producing 65kW and 175Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 11.1 seconds.

The BYD Atto 2 responds with a Electric making 130kW and 290Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The BYD Atto 2 has the clear power advantage at 130kW vs 65kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the BYD Atto 2 is 3.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 30kWh (BYD Atto 1) vs 51.1kWh (BYD Atto 2), giving WLTP ranges of 220km and 345km. DC fast charging peaks at 65kW (BYD Atto 1) vs 82kW (BYD Atto 2).

The BYD Atto 1 measures 3,990mm long on a 2,500mm wheelbase, 320mm shorter than the BYD Atto 2 at 4,310mm (2,620mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the BYD Atto 2 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 308L in the BYD Atto 1 and 380L in the BYD Atto 2, giving the BYD Atto 2 a 72L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1037L vs 1320L. The BYD Atto 2 seats 5 vs 4.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Atto 1) vs 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Atto 2). Both match on warranty length.