BYD Atto 3

Selected: Atto 3 Standard Range EV • Price: R 699 900
Model range: R 699 900R 783 900
Body type
Crossovers
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Electric
Drive
Front
Power
150 kW
Torque
310 Nm
Fuel consumption
Monthly electric cost
The entry-level option in the range, designed to keep monthly repayments and upfront costs lower.
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72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR
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APR: 10.75%
Monthly: R 9 564

Estimated instalment based on a R 699 900 retail price, 10% deposit, 35% balloon, 72-month term at 10.75% APR. Not a dealer or manufacturer offer.

Balloon due: R 244 965
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About the BYD Atto 3

The BYD Atto 3 is a compact all-electric SUV sold in South Africa by BYD Auto, one of the world's largest electric vehicle manufacturers, offering a front-mounted electric motor and a blade battery pack that BYD claims offers improved thermal safety over conventional lithium-ion cell designs. It competes with the Volvo EX30, MG4, and Omoda E5 in South Africa's growing affordable electric SUV segment, targeting buyers who want a zero-emission SUV from an established EV-specialist manufacturer at a price below the European premium brands. The Atto 3 is distributed through BYD's South African dealer network and is offered with an eight-year or 160 000 km battery warranty.

Who is the Atto 3 best for?

  • EV buyers comparing the Volvo EX30 or MG4 who want a compact electric SUV from a high-volume specialist EV manufacturer
  • First-time electric vehicle buyers looking for an affordable zero-emission SUV with a long battery warranty
  • Urban commuters who want a compact electric SUV with a modern infotainment system and connected features
  • Buyers who want blade battery technology and BYD's EV manufacturing scale at a price below European alternatives
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Atto 3 Standard Range EV
R 699 900
Monthly
R 9 564
72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR • Balloon plan