There are lots of reasons why you might like an Atto 2. It's practical, comfortable, easy to drive and in full-electric form relatively OK on EV range, especially if you factor in the standard heat pump most rivals don't offer or charge you a lot more for. It's also comes with a great warranty and is exceptionally well equipped, particularly when it comes to a level of media provision that embarrasses quite a few obvious rivals. The option of a Plug-in Hybrid powertrain is also a unique selling point in this segment.
It's a pity though, that BYD didn't style the car more imaginatively. Or give it the kind of characterful interior you'll find on some of its other models. And the relatively slow charging speed is particularly disappointing from a self-proclaimed 'tech brand'. Still, you might feel that the many driver assist features compensate for that (as long as they don't irritate you too much). And there's decent value pricing and eager performance too. BYD has almost created a class leader here, but for a few areas the company still has to work on. But it's got close enough to that goal to offer a credible alternative to the more established opposition.

Adaptive Cruise Control and Intelligent Cruise Control

Vegan leather multifunction steering wheel

2 ISOFIX in outer rear seats and 1 ISOFIX in front passenger seat

Deactivation switch for front passenger's airbag

Panoramic roof with electrically adjustable sunshade

Driver seat with 6-way electric adjustment

Front passenger seat with 6-way electric adjustment

Intelligent Speed Limit Information and Intelligent Speed Limit Control

Privacy glass for rear side windows and rear window

4 x One-touch lift window with anti-pinch function

Electrically folding and heated exterior mirrors

Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

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BYD Atto 2

150kW Comfort 65kWh 5dr Auto