Key highlights
- 2026 BYD Atto 8 unveiled with EV powertrain
- Packs 115 kWh battery, 653 km range
- Features BYD ‘Flash Charging’ tech, 10-97% charge in 9 minutes
BYD has unveiled the electric version of its flagship SUV, Atto 8, at the Paris Motor Show 2026. The new BYD Atto 8 EV comes with the brand’s trademark ‘Flash Charging’ technology, offering the world’s quickest charging time.
BYD Atto 8 EV: Battery, specifications, range, charging
Powering the new Atto 8 EV is a 115 kWh NMC battery pack that comes with RWD and AWD configurations. The RWD version offers 462 bhp and 365 Nm, has a WLTP range of 653 km, and does 0-100 km/h in 8 seconds. Meanwhile, the AWD version packs 775 bhp and 775 Nm. It can do 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and has a WLTP-claimed range of 602 km.
The talking point is the new Flash Charging technology that can juice the Atto 8 EV from 10 to 97 percent in just 9 minutes. Moreover, 10 to 70 percent charge can be added in just 5 minutes, while in extreme temperatures like -30deg, the Atto 8 EV can be charged 20 to 97 percent in 12 minutes.
On the other hand, the plug-in hybrid engine option has been kept unchanged. It continues to offer a 1.5-litre turbo engine that produces 148 bhp (standalone), and it comes with 19 kWh and 35.6 kWh battery options.
BYD Atto 8 EV: Exterior and interior details
On the outside, the Atto 8 EV is identical to the standard PHEV model, save for the new aerodynamic alloy wheels. The fascia is dominated by the signature BYD Atto design language, featuring the blanked-off grille, sharp LED lights, LiDAR on the roof, etc. The rear features the ‘Infinity Knot’ connected LED taillight and a sporty roof-mounted spoiler.
On the inside, the Atto 8 EV packs a premium cabin with a large 15.6-inch central infotainment screen and a 10.25-inch digital driver cockpit. The three-spoke steering wheel has physical button controls, while the cabin comes with a seven-seater configuration.
The list of features lincludes soft-touch leather upholstery, electric seats with ventilation, massaging, heating, a panoramic sunroof, a three-zone climate control, a 21-speaker DiSound sound system, 50W wireless charging, custom LED cabin mood lights, etc. There is also an advanced level of ADAS safety suite, including passive safety features like pedestrian collision avoidance assist, traffic sign recognition, etc.
The Atto 8 is positioned against the rivals like Kia EV9, Skoda Peaq, and Hyundai Ioniq 9.
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