A fresh teaser for a new product, aka the BYD Atto 3 new version that BYD India is introducing on July 10, has been posted on social media. Our sources indicate that the Chinese EV maker will launch a new entry-level e-SUV model with a smaller battery pack.
What’s new with the new BYD Atto 3 variant?
Our sources indicate that a smaller 50kWh battery pack will be included with the new Atto 3 model. The Atto 3 now comes with a single 60.48kWh battery that has a 521 km range on a single charge, according to ARAI certification. It is anticipated that the smaller 50kWh unit will have a little shorter range than the larger unit.
In order to price the BYD Atto 3 competitively against the top-end MG ZS EV models, BYD will benefit from the release of the entry-level variation. The MG e-SUV has a range of 461km and is priced between Rs 18.98 lakh and Rs 25.20 lakh. It comes with a 50.3kWh battery pack. By contrast, BYD retails the Atto 3 for Rs 33.99 lakh at the moment, while the new variation is anticipated to cost between Rs 26 and Rs 28 lakh.
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In addition, BYD may decide to exclude some features to save money. The aspects of the SUV that would be dropped are still unknown. The front-mounted electric motor of the BYD Atto 3 generates 204 horsepower and 310 Nm of torque; it will be fascinating to see if this output is retained or somewhat reduced in the new entry-level model.
BYD Atto 3 new version: competitors
The new entry-level Atto 3 trim will assist BYD in competing with upcoming e-SUVs like the Tata Harrier EV, Mahindra XUV.e8, Hyundai Creta EV, and Maruti eVX, in addition to the MG ZS EV.