BYD Unveils Compact Electric Car Atto 1: Price, Features and Range
New Delhi: Chinese EV giant BYD has introduced its smallest electric car, the BYD Atto 1, at the Bangkok Motor Show in Thailand. Globally, the model is also known as Seagull or Dolphin Surf in select markets.
Positioned as the brand’s most affordable electric vehicle, the Atto 1 is designed for urban mobility, offering a compact size, modern features, and practical range.
💰 Price Details
The car has been launched in Thailand with a starting price of 429,900 Thai Baht (approx. ₹12.32 lakh), going up to 459,900 Baht (around ₹13.18 lakh) for the top variant.
🚗 Design & Dimensions
The Atto 1 comes in four exterior colors:
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Shell White
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Quantum Black
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Pop Green
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Velocity Blue
It features a compact yet stylish design with:
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Length: 3925 mm
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Width: 1720 mm
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Height: 1590 mm
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Wheelbase: 2500 mm
The car sits below the BYD Dolphin in the global lineup and is currently the smallest BYD car available in Thailand.
✨ Features & Interior
The Atto 1 is offered in two variants—Dynamic and Premium—and comes loaded with features such as:
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LED headlamps, DRLs, and tail lamps
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Sporty rear spoiler and floating roof design
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Rain-sensing wipers
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15-inch alloy wheels
Inside the cabin, it offers:
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7-inch digital instrument cluster
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10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system
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Support for Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
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Automatic climate control
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Leather seats
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Rear-view camera
⚡ Performance & Battery
The EV is powered by a front-mounted electric motor producing 74 hp and 135 Nm torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 50 km/h in just 4.9 seconds and offers three driving modes—Eco, Normal, and Sport.
Battery options include:
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30.08 kWh battery with up to 300 km range
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38.88 kWh battery (Premium variant) with up to 380 km range
Charging options:
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6.6 kW AC charging
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Up to 30 kW DC fast charging
🔍 Summary
With its compact size, decent range, and urban-friendly features, the BYD Atto 1 aims to strengthen the brand’s presence in the affordable EV segment. It could become a strong contender in city-focused electric mobility if introduced in markets like India in the future.
