BYD YUAN PLUS: Unleash the Future of Electric Driving

Sleek Styling with a Bold Identity
The BYD Atto 3, known as the Yuan PLUS in its domestic market, stands as a pivotal model in BYD’s global electric vehicle (EV) strategy. As a compact all-electric SUV, it has successfully entered numerous international markets, including Europe and the UK, by offering a compelling blend of modern design, practical technology, and reliable electric performance tailored for urban and suburban mobility.
1. Distinctive and Modern Design
- Dynamic Exterior: The vehicle features a sleek, aerodynamic profile with a forward-leaning stance and a full-width LED light bar at the rear, creating a contemporary and sporty visual identity.
- Spacious Interior Architecture: Despite its compact overall length of 4455mm, the Atto 3 benefits from a dedicated electric platform, yielding a long 2720mm wheelbase. This maximizes cabin space, offering generous legroom that rivals larger vehicles in its class.
2. Advanced Electric Powertrain & Performance
- Consistent Global Performance: The model is powered by a front-mounted electric motor delivering 204 horsepower, providing responsive and smooth acceleration. This powertrain configuration is standardized across global markets, ensuring all customers receive the same core driving experience.
- Practical Driving Range: The entry-level variant offers a WLTP-estimated range of over 400 kilometers. This range is well-suited for daily commuting and regional travel, effectively addressing range anxiety for the majority of users in markets like the UK and Europe.

3. Technology-Forward Cabin Experience
- Adaptive Central Display: A standout feature in overseas markets is the large, adaptive rotating touchscreen infotainment system. This versatile display can switch between portrait and landscape orientations to better suit different applications, a functionality retained in international versions.
- Localized Digital Ecosystem: The vehicle comes equipped with an English-language human-machine interface (HMI) and a infotainment system pre-integrated with locally relevant applications, ensuring seamless connectivity and user familiarity for drivers in right-hand-drive markets like the UK.
4. Market-Specific Value Proposition
Premium Positioning: In markets such as the UK, the Atto 3 is positioned as a technology-rich, quality EV alternative, reflecting a strategic move beyond being just an affordable option.
Reliable Brand Backing: As part of BYD’s expanding global portfolio, which includes models like the Han and Tang, the Atto 3 benefits from the brand’s growing reputation in EV innovation and manufacturing scale, offering customers confidence in product support and future development.
Conclusion
In summary, the BYD Atto 3 (Yuan PLUS) successfully competes in the global compact EV segment by combining a stylish and spacious design, a dependable and peppy electric drivetrain, and a smart cabin centered around a flexible multimedia system. Its strategic adaptation for international markets, including right-hand-drive configuration and localized software, underscores BYD’s commitment to meeting diverse consumer expectations worldwide.




| ‌Feature / Specification‌ | ‌430KM Leading Type‌ | ‌430KM Beyond Type‌ | ‌510KM Leading Type‌ | ‌510KM Beyond Type‌ | ‌510KM Superior Type‌ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ‌Powertrain & Performance‌ | |||||
| Motor Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Max Motor Power | 150 kW (204 hp) | 150 kW (204 hp) | 150 kW (204 hp) | 150 kW (204 hp) | 150 kW (204 hp) |
| Max Torque | 310 N·m | 310 N·m | 310 N·m | 310 N·m | 310 N·m |
| 0-100 km/h Acceleration | 7.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h | 160 km/h | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| ‌Battery & Range‌ | |||||
| Battery Type | LFP (Blade Battery) | LFP (Blade Battery) | LFP (Blade Battery) | LFP (Blade Battery) | LFP (Blade Battery) |
| Battery Capacity | 49.92 kWh | 49.92 kWh | 60.48 kWh | 60.48 kWh | 60.48 kWh |
| CLTC Range | 430 km | 430 km | 510 km | 510 km | 510 km |
| ‌Charging‌ | |||||
| Fast Charging Power | 70 kW | 70 kW | 80 kW | 80 kW | 80 kW |
| Time (30%-80%) | Approx. 30 minutes | Approx. 30 minutes | Approx. 30 minutes | Approx. 30 minutes | Approx. 30 minutes |
| V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) | Yes (3.3 kW) | Yes (3.3 kW) | Yes (3.3 kW) | Yes (3.3 kW) | Yes (3.3 kW) |
| ‌Dimensions‌ | |||||
| Length Ă— Width Ă— Height (mm) | 4455 Ă— 1875 Ă— 1615 | 4455 Ă— 1875 Ă— 1615 | 4455 Ă— 1875 Ă— 1615 | 4455 Ă— 1875 Ă— 1615 | 4455 Ă— 1875 Ă— 1615 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2720 | 2720 | 2720 | 2720 | 2720 |
| ‌Drivetrain & Chassis‌ | |||||
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Transmission | 1-Speed Fixed Gear Ratio | 1-Speed Fixed Gear Ratio | 1-Speed Fixed Gear Ratio | 1-Speed Fixed Gear Ratio | 1-Speed Fixed Gear Ratio |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson Strut | Independent MacPherson Strut | Independent MacPherson Strut | Independent MacPherson Strut | Independent MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link | Independent Multi-link | Independent Multi-link | Independent Multi-link | Independent Multi-link |
| ‌Wheels & Tires‌ | |||||
| Wheel Size | 17-inch | 17-inch | 17-inch | 17-inch | 18-inch |
| Tire Size | 215/60 R17 | 215/60 R17 | 215/60 R17 | 215/60 R17 | 215/55 R18 |
| ‌Interior & Infotainment‌ | |||||
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 8.8-inch LCD | 8.8-inch LCD | 8.8-inch LCD | 8.8-inch LCD | 8.8-inch LCD |
| Central Touchscreen | 12.8-inch Rotatable Pad | 12.8-inch Rotatable Pad | 12.8-inch Rotatable Pad | 12.8-inch Rotatable Pad | 15.6-inch Rotatable Pad |
| Smart Cockpit System | DiLink 100 | DiLink 100 | DiLink 100 | DiLink 100 | DiLink 100 |
| Voice Control | 4-Zone | 4-Zone | 4-Zone | 4-Zone | 4-Zone |
| Wireless Phone Charger | 15W | 15W | 15W | 15W | 50W Fast Charging |
| ‌Comfort & Convenience‌ | |||||
| Panoramic Sunroof | – | – | – | Standard | Standard |
| Power Adjustable Driver Seat | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Seat Ventilation/Heating | – | Standard | – | Standard | Standard |
| Ambient Lighting | Multi-color | Multi-color | Multi-color | Multi-color | Multi-color |
| Heat Pump Air Conditioning | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| ‌Driver Assistance & Safety‌ | |||||
| DiPilot 100 (L2+ ADAS) | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| High-Speed NOA (Navigation Guided Pilot) | Standard (with Tian Shen Zhi Yan C system) | Standard (with Tian Shen Zhi Yan C system) | Standard (with Tian Shen Zhi Yan C system) | Standard (with Tian Shen Zhi Yan C system) | Standard (with Tian Shen Zhi Yan C system) |
| Automatic Parking | Standard (Full-scenario) | Standard (Full-scenario) | Standard (Full-scenario) | Standard (Full-scenario) | Standard (Full-scenario) |
| 360° / 540° Panoramic View | – | 540° Panoramic View (with transparent chassis) | – | 540° Panoramic View (with transparent chassis) | 540° Panoramic View (with transparent chassis) |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags (includes front center airbag) |
| Blind Spot Detection | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Keep Assist (LKA) | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | Full-speed Range | Full-speed Range | Full-speed Range | Full-speed Range | Full-speed Range |
| ‌Other Features‌ | |||||
| Roof Rails | – | Standard | – | Standard | Standard |
| NFC Card Key | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sentry Mode | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| On-board Refrigerator | – | – | – | – | Standard |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | – | – | – | – | Standard |