Bookings for the BYD Atto 3 might open within this week
Posted On: May 8, 2022 By : Shuva Raj KhatriAfter finding major success with the second-generation E6 (launched in 2021), BYD is set to introduce yet another electric vehicle–the Atto 3–in Nepal. In the global market, the Atto 3 comes in two battery options: 50.1 kWh and 60.4 kWh. However, in Nepal, Cimex Inc, the authorised distributor of BYD vehicles here, is set to launch the EV with a bigger battery capacity, which provides a range of 420 km (WLTP). The Atto 3 will go head-to-head with the recently launched MG ZS EV Facelift (long range) in terms of range and pricing.
Get to know more about the vehicle:
Design
The Atto 3 gets a conventional EV type design and comes with notable exterior features such as a panoramic sunroof with electric slides, roof rails, and electrically heated and adjustable side mirrors. The EV stands on 18-inch alloy wheels.
For lighting, the EV gets LED headlights with integrated DRLs at the front, and on the rear are LED tail lights connected by a horizontal light bar.
Inside, the EV’s major highlight is a 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen infotainment system, which is compatible with both Apple Carplay and Android Auto. Other interior features include synthetic leather upholstered seats, electric power-assisted steering wheel, and a 5-inch digital instrument cluster.
Battery and performance
The Atto 3 gets BYD’s Blade Battery and is likely to come with the 60.4 kWh battery–paired with a PMSM–which is capable of generating a power of 200 hp and a torque of 310 Nm.
The EV gets fully charged in approximately 45 minutes via a 80 kW fast charger, and on a single charge, the EV provides a range of 420 km.
Specifications
| Battery | 60.4 kWh |
| Battery type | Blade battery |
| Motor | PMSM |
| Power (hp) | 200 |
| Torque (Nm) | 310 |
| Range (km) WLTP* | 420 |
| Charging time | 45 minutes (via a 80 kW charger) |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 175 |
| Boot capacity (L) | 440 (expandable to 1430) |
Features
For comfort and convenience, the EV might come with an automatic single-zone air conditioner, PM 2.5 air filter, six-way adjustable driver seat, four-way adjustable co-driver seat, wireless phone charger, 12V socket, keyless entry and keyless start, 360-view camera, and one-touch open/close tailgate.
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Furthermore, the EV comes with safety features such as front and rear airbags, ABS with EPS, EPB, hill-descent control, seat-belt reminder, traction-control system, ISOFIX, and TPMS.
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BYD Atto 3 price in Nepal
Cimex Inc. might launch the Atto 3 within this month. Although there has been no official news regarding its pricing details, BYD fans can expect the EV to cost around Rs 60-65 lakh in Nepal.
| BYD model | Price in Nepal (expected) |
| Atto 3 | Rs 60-65 lakh |
