NEW BYD Atto 3 EVO review – Has China Built a Better Elroq?

Watch our new BYD Atto 3 EVO review for THE VERDICT on this revamped electric SUV from China. The original Atto 3 introduced the world's biggest EV maker to the UK, but it left us disappointed with its slow charging and sloppy handling. Now, BYD is back with the radically overhauled 2026 BYD Atto 3 EVO.

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With a switch to rear-wheel drive, a huge bump in charging speed (now 220kW!), built-in Google tech, and a brand-new 101-litre "frunk", does it finally have what it takes to beat heavyweights including the Skoda Elroq and Renault Scenic?

In this video, we travel to Madrid to test the new and much-improved Atto 3 EVO. We break down the massive technical changes – including the new 74.8kWh “Blade” battery and the switch from front to rear-wheel drive.

We also test the expanded 490-litre main boot, explore the quirky gym-inspired interior (which ditches the kettlebell gear selector), and deliver our verdict on whether the steep £39,000 expected starting price tag is worth it when rivals qualify for government EV grants.

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Video chapters:
0:00 – Intro – The Atto 3 has evolved!
0:24 – BYD Atto 3 history
1:00 – Where does it sit? (vs Scenic & Elroq)
1:39 – Faster charging (220kW peak!)
2:22 – Battery size, range & safety (Blade Battery)
3:33 – More power & RWD
4:31 – 0-62mph in 3.9sec!
4:56 – Boot space (490 litres + new “frunk”!)
6:11 – Rear space
7:11 – Interior changes
10:13 – Better to drive? Ride & handling
12:40 – Trim levels
13:08 – Pricing & verdict