BYD Launches RWD & AWD Atto 3 EVO In Europe First - CleanTechnica

BYD has launched the revised Atto 3 EVO electric vehicle in Europe ahead of its official release in China, marking a shift in the company’s typical launch strategy. Key upgrades include a switch from a 400 V to an 800 V electrical architecture, boosting charging speed from 88 kW to 220 kW, and an increase in battery capacity from 60.5 kWh to 74.8 kWh. These enhancements extend the WLTP range from 260 miles to 317 miles. The drivetrain update also increases cargo space and adds a 110-liter front trunk (frunk). Interior changes include a more subdued design and relocating the shifter to the column, freeing up central console space, though some features common in China, such as an onboard refrigerator and the “God’s Eye” Intelligent Driving system, are absent in the European model. This launch highlights BYD’s growing focus on the European market, potentially tailoring the Atto 3 EVO to sportier preferences compared