Presenting the BYD Atto 2 Down Under — 1st Impressions - CleanTechnica

The BYD Atto 2, previously known as the BYD Yuan Plus, has launched in Australia at a highly competitive starting price of AU$31,990, with a premium variant at AU$35,990. Positioned as an electric SUV similar in size to the Toyota Corolla but slightly shorter, the Atto 2 aims to challenge traditional petrol-powered vehicles not only on price but also on specifications and running costs. Unlike the Corolla, the Atto 2 offers features such as Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability and quicker acceleration (0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds versus the Corolla’s 9.1 seconds). The car’s interior is notably spacious and well-equipped, surprising many with its size and technology. BYD is aggressively targeting the internal combustion engine market, even expressing a willingness to collaborate with Tesla to accelerate the shift to electric vehicles. While some see BYD’s main rivals as other EV makers like MG or Leapmotor, BYD’s