
BYD Atto 1
| Fuel Type | Electric |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Hatchback |

2026 BYD Atto 1 vs MG3 Hybrid: We run the rule over the two small, budget warriors
Two small cars with miniscule running costs, but which is the best choice for budget-conscious buyers?

Australia’s top 10 cheapest new cars
Need a new car on a budget? Here are your top 10 choices in the current marketplace.

BYD Atto 1 and Atto 2 pricing revealed: Australia has a new cheapest EV
There’s a new entrant to the light car class, with the BYD Atto 1 going on sale in December. It’s not only one of the cheapest new cars on the market, it’s also electric.

BYD previews ‘cheapest EV’ ATTO 1 and compact ATTO 2 ahead of Australian arrival
BYD will soon expand its local electric line-up with two new models – including Australia’s most affordable EV – offering Blade Battery tech, fast charging and smart connectivity.

BYD Seagull aka Atto 1 confirmed for NZ this year, yet to be announced for Australia
Budget compact EV hatch to launch in Essential and Premium grades, with Atto 2 SUV and Sealion 5 plug-in hybrid also set to join the local range in New Zealand.

BYD Seagull: Soon to steal other car makers’ chips in Australia as our cheapest EV?
BYD’s decision to bring its Australian distribution in-house could see the budget Seagull EV on its way to Australia to shake up the market.