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The BYD ATTO 2 DM-i Essential is a compact SUV configured around the flexibility of plug-in hybrid motoring. Its DM-i 4.0 Super Hybrid Technology combines a 1.5-litre Xiaoyun high-efficiency engine with an electric drive system, allowing everyday journeys to make use of electric power while retaining the convenience of a petrol engine for longer travel. That combination is particularly practical for drivers who want to reduce reliance on fuel without committing exclusively to a battery-electric vehicle.

For shorter trips, the Essential offers an electric driving range of up to 40km under WLTP testing conditions. The stated combined range extends to up to 845km, giving the vehicle a useful touring buffer between refuelling or charging stops. Claimed fuel consumption is 1.8L/100km with sufficient state of charge, although real-world results will depend on charging habits, traffic, weather, load and journey length.

Power is delivered through the front wheels, with maximum outputs listed at 122kW and 300Nm. The plug-in hybrid layout is supported by a 7.85kWh BYD Blade Battery, while the vehicle also includes Vehicle-to-Load functionality. This can allow compatible equipment to draw power from the vehicle, adding versatility when external electricity is useful away from a conventional outlet.

The cabin is specified with a black interior and a 10.1-inch intelligent infotainment touchscreen. The central display provides a prominent interface for vehicle and media functions, while the interior presentation is deliberately straightforward and easy to coordinate with the white exterior. A standard set of 16-inch alloy wheels completes the selected configuration, balancing the vehicle's compact SUV proportions with a practical, understated appearance.

Finished in Ski White, this configuration places the emphasis on efficient hybrid operation, flexible electric driving and useful onboard technology rather than optional visual upgrades. The ATTO 2 DM-i Essential is presented as a pre-order configuration with an estimated delivery of October 2026. Equipment, specifications and timing remain subject to confirmation and may change before delivery.

• Plug-in hybrid powertrain with DM-i 4.0 technology
• 1.5-litre Xiaoyun high-efficiency engine
• 7.85kWh BYD Blade Battery
• Up to 845km combined WLTP range
• Up to 40km electric WLTP range
• Front-wheel drive
• 122kW maximum power and 300Nm maximum torque
• Vehicle-to-Load functionality
• 10.1-inch intelligent infotainment touchscreen
• 16-inch alloy wheels
• Ski White exterior with black interior

Other highlights include Condition: New; Powertrain: PHEV.