ev.nz summary
The short version
The Atto 3 is now a single-trim Superior in New Zealand at $49,990 +ORC (down from $55,990 on the October 2026 sheet). It uses a 60.48kWh Blade Battery for 420km of WLTP range, 150kW / 310Nm and a 5-star ANCAP rating from 2022.
Highlights
- Price cut to $49,990 +ORC on the Oct 2026 sheet
- 420km WLTP range
- 5-star ANCAP (2022)
- 440–1,340L boot
- Multi-link rear suspension
- V2L standard
Worth knowing
- Only one trim left (Essential withdrawn)
- DC peaks at 88kW
- No published 10–80% charge time on the sheet
- 750kg towing limit
This summary is based on BYD New Zealand's October 2026 specification sheet and ANCAP data, checked on 24 October 2026. It is not a road test: ev.nz has not driven this car and does not give it a score.
NZ line-up and pricing
| Trim | Price | Battery / drive | Range (WLTP) | 0–100 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superior | $49,990 +ORC | 60.48kWh, FWD | 420km | 7.3s |
Overview
The BYD Atto 3 Superior is the sole Atto 3 trim on BYD New Zealand's October 2026 specification sheet, listed at $49,990 +ORC (marked down from $55,990). The Essential grade is no longer listed.
It uses a 60.48kWh Blade Battery and a 150kW, 310Nm front motor for 420km of WLTP combined range (480km NEDC) and 0–100 km/h in 7.3 seconds.
DC charging is CCS2 at up to 88kW for the Extended-range pack. The sheet does not publish minute figures for 10–80%. V2L with a discharge adapter and a Mode 2 portable cable are included.
Boot space is 440L with the seats up and 1,340L folded. Braked and unbraked towing are both 750kg. Equipment includes a 15.6-inch rotating screen, Dirac HD audio, a panoramic sunroof and a 360° camera.
ANCAP awarded the Atto 3 five stars in 2022. BYD New Zealand covers it with a 6-year / 150,000km vehicle warranty, an 8-year / 160,000km battery warranty and eight years of roadside assistance.
Range and charging
BYD New Zealand's October 2026 sheet lists an 88kW CCS2 DC port for the Extended-range Superior and does not publish 10–80% minute figures. AC is Type 2; charge times are not listed on the sheet.
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Specifications
| Specification | Superior |
|---|---|
| Driven wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Motor | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Maximum power | 150kW |
| Maximum torque | 310Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.3s |
| Seats | 5 |
| Specification | Superior |
|---|---|
| Battery | 60.48kWh Blade Battery |
| Range (WLTP combined) | 420km |
| Range (NEDC) | 480km |
| Specification | Superior |
|---|---|
| AC port | Type 2 |
| DC peak (CCS2) | 88kW (Extended range) |
| Vehicle-to-load (V2L) | Standard, with discharge adapter |
| Specification | Superior |
|---|---|
| Length / width / height | 4,455 / 1,875 / 1,615mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720mm |
| Ground clearance (unladen / laden) | 175 / 150mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,680–1,750kg |
| Boot (min / max) | 440L / 1,340L |
| Towing (braked / unbraked) | 750kg / 750kg |
| Wheels / tyres | 18" alloy, 235/50 R18 |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link |
| Specification | Superior |
|---|---|
| Vehicle warranty | 6 years / 150,000km |
| High-voltage battery | 8 years / 160,000km |
| Roadside assistance | 8 years |
Specifications from BYD New Zealand's Atto 3 specification sheet (1 October 2026), checked 24 October 2026. The sheet shows Superior "was $55,990, now from $49,990". Essential is no longer listed. AC and DC minute figures are not published on this sheet.
Equipment
Standard on the Atto 3 Superior
- 15.6" rotating touchscreen with Dirac HD 8-speaker audio
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Satellite navigation and music streaming
- Panoramic sunroof
- 360° view monitor
- Wireless phone charger
- V2L with discharge adapter
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Blind Spot Detection and Lane Keeping Assist
- 6-year / 150,000km vehicle warranty
Safety
BYD New Zealand lists dual front airbags, a far-side airbag for the driver, 360° view monitor, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Brake, Door Open Warning and front/rear collision warning on the Atto 3 Superior.
Sources and verification
Every figure on this page was checked against these sources on 24 October 2026. Specs that could not be confirmed have been left out.
- BYD New Zealand: Atto 3 overview
- bydnz.nz: Atto 3 Warranty wording
- BYD Atto 3 specification sheet (October 2026, PDF) Price, performance, battery, charging, dimensions, equipment
- ANCAP: BYD ATTO 3 safety rating 5 stars, 2022
- BYD New Zealand: roadside assistance
- Book a BYD test drive
Prices exclude on-road costs and can change; check with BYD New Zealand before buying. The Essential trim is no longer on the October 2026 sheet.
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