BYD ATTO 2 DM-i Essential

The BYD ATTO 2 DM-i Essential is a compact SUV built around a plug-in hybrid system that combines everyday electric driving with the reassurance of a petrol engine for longer journeys. Its DM-i 4.0 Super Hybrid Technology is paired with a 7.85 kWh BYD Blade Battery, giving the vehicle an electric driving range of up to 40km under WLTP testing and a combined range of up to 845km. That combination is intended to make short trips more adaptable while retaining the flexibility required for extended travel.

At the centre of the powertrain is a Xiaoyun 1.5-litre high-efficiency engine. The system is rated at up to 122kW and 300Nm, with a claimed fuel consumption figure of 1.8L/100km under WLTP conditions when the battery has sufficient state of charge. As with any plug-in hybrid, actual results will depend on how regularly the battery is charged, the proportion of electric driving and the conditions encountered on the road.

The Essential grade presents the ATTO 2 in a clean, understated configuration. Ski White paint is included, as are 16-inch alloy wheels and a black interior. These choices give the cabin and exterior a straightforward specification suited to drivers who prefer a cohesive factory finish without adding optional colour or wheel upgrades.

Technology is an important part of the vehicle’s appeal. The standard equipment list includes a 10.1-inch intelligent infotainment touchscreen, while Vehicle-to-Load functionality adds the ability to use the vehicle’s stored electrical energy for compatible external equipment. Together with the plug-in hybrid layout, these features give the ATTO 2 a degree of flexibility that extends beyond conventional urban SUV use.

• DM-i 4.0 Super Hybrid Technology
• 7.85 kWh BYD Blade Battery
• Up to 40km electric range and up to 845km combined range, both WLTP
• 1.5-litre high-efficiency petrol engine
• 122kW maximum power and 300Nm maximum torque
• Vehicle-to-Load functionality
• 10.1-inch intelligent infotainment touchscreen
• Ski White exterior paint with black interior
• 16-inch alloy wheels

With front-wheel drive, compact SUV proportions and a hybrid system designed to balance electric capability with longer-distance flexibility, the ATTO 2 DM-i Essential occupies a practical middle ground between a fully electric vehicle and a conventional petrol-powered SUV. Its strongest proposition is the ability to use electric power for suitable shorter journeys while keeping a petrol-based range extender available when travel demands become less predictable.

Other highlights include Condition: New; Powertrain: PHEV.