Is the BYD Atto 3 finally on par with the Tesla Model Y?
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- 10/10/2025 17:52
BYD has finally responded! The Chinese compact SUV is stepping up its game with an additional 107 horsepower and faster charging.
Long appreciated for its usability but penalized by a lack of power and prohibitively long charging times, the BYD Atto 3 finally receives the update it deserves. Unveiled in China as the Yuan Plus, the 2026 version of the electric SUV now features a much more powerful motor and a redesigned technical architecture to compete with segment leaders, starting with the Tesla Model Y.
The core change is under the hood: the new Atto 3 adopts the motor from the Seal EV sedan, developing 230 kW (308 hp), compared to only 204 hp previously. This gain of 107 horsepower radically transforms the SUV’s character, finally matching its precise chassis and excellent comfort. Rumors also suggest a switch to an 800-volt architecture, borrowed from the brand’s most sophisticated models, allowing DC fast charging up to 150 kW, nearly double the current version.
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Externally, the evolution remains subtle: a wider grille, smoked headlights, and new 18-inch rims modernize the look without dramatically changing it. However, the weight increases to 1,880 kg, likely indicating a larger battery, although its exact capacity has not yet been confirmed.
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After more than one million units sold in over a hundred countries, BYD is giving one of its most international models a new lease on life. With increased power and more efficient charging, the Atto 3 is no longer just a rational choice: it becomes a credible and now high-performing alternative to the Tesla Model Y.
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