BYD has filed patents for two new vehicles. At present it has not been confirmed whether these vehicles will come to the Indian market or not.
BYD first showcased the Bao 9 and Bao 3 in concept form.
After finding success with its electric vehicles, BYD India has filed patents for two new cars – Bao 3 SUV and Bao 9 sports car. The Bao 3 is an off-road electric vehicle which is the production version of the Super 3 concept car. On the other hand, Bao 9 is a sports car which is the production version of the Super 9 concept car. It is important to note that filing a patent does not mean that the manufacturer will launch the vehicle in the market. Sometimes, patents are filed simply to protect the design of a product.
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First publication date: 04 December 2024, 10:59 AM IST
By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 13 Mar 2024, 18:29 PM
The design language remains unchanged on the 2024 BYD Atto 3 but there are cosmetic and feature changes including a new infotainment system, software
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The design language remains unchanged on the 2024 BYD Atto 3 but there are cosmetic and feature changes including a new infotainment system, software updates and a new colour option.
The 2024 BYD Atto 3 gets the new Cosmos Black colour scheme with a new design for the alloys. The wheels also wear wider rubber
Chinese electric vehicle giant, Build Your Dreams (BYD) has revealed the updated Atto 3 electric SUV for the 2024 model year. The MY2024 BYD Atto 3 arrives with subtle upgrades over the outgoing model. The design language remains unchanged on the 2024 Atto 3 but there are cosmetic and feature changes including a new infotainment system.
The 2024 BYD Atto 3 now comes with a new Cosmos Black colour option that brings a more premium look to the SUV. The model also gets a new gloss black finish on the chrome window surrounds, while the D-pillar insert is also finished in gloss black. The Build Your Dreams badge on the tailgate has been shortened to just the ‘BYD’ logo. The electric offering also gets new 18-inch alloy wheels that now get wider 235/50 R18, as opposed to 215/55 R18 tyres. The changes were made after customers in international markets reported a subpar grip from the rubber.
The cabin gets a new dark blue and black dual-tone theme and a larger 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen infotainment system from the new Seal EV
The cabin layout remains the same but the big update on the 2024 Atto 3 is the new infotainment screen. The model uses a larger 15.6-inch touchscreen system from the new Seal EV, as against the 12.8-inch unit on the current model. The screen continues to get the rotating feature enabling it in landscape and portrait modes. The cabin also features a new dark blue and black colour scheme, which exudes a fresh look to the interior.
BYD has also introduced software updates including the new ‘Intelligent Start’ system that allows the driver to start the car by pressing the brake pedal. The new infotainment unit also comes with Amazon Music support, a web browser, a karaoke function and a BYD app store. Other upgrades include a thicker sunroof shade, expanded voice recognition software, quieter navigation and proximity alarm alerts, as well as a new anti-theft alarm sound. The interior ambient lighting is also linked to Spotify songs being played.
The Build Your Dreams badge on the tailgate has been replaced by the simpler BYD logo on the 2024 Atto 3
There are no mechanical changes to the Atto 3. The electric offering continues to be underpinned by the e-Platform 3.0 with a 49.9 kWh blade battery that promises 345 km on a single charge. The electric motor is good for 201 bhp and 310 Nm of peak torque. A larger 60.5 kWh battery pack also powers the SUV with a claimed range of 420 (WLTP) on a single charge in international markets, while the India-spec version offers a range of 521 km (ARAI-certified).
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The right-hand-drive 2024 BYD Atto 3 is on sale in Japan and Singapore and will slowly be available in more markets globally. The Atto 3 is already on sale in India and the update is likely to make its way here later this year. The company though is yet to confirm any details on the same. The BYD Atto 3 is priced at ₹33.99 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
By: Paarth Khatri | Updated on: 28 Feb 2024, 16:25 PM
BYD Seal has a claimed range of up to 570 km on a single charge.
BYD Seal EV was also showcased at Auto Expo 2023.
BYD India has announced that they have started accepting bookings for their upcoming electric vehicle, Seal. The electric sedan will be unveiled officially to the Indian market on March 5th. Customers who book the BYD Seal by April 30, 2024, stand a chance of receiving a complimentary UEFA match ticket and round-trip flight ticket from India to the match city.
It is expected that the Seal will be the new flagship electric vehicle for BYD. As of now, the brand only sells the e6 MPV and the Atto3 crossover SUV. They are priced at ₹29.15 lakh and ₹33.99 lakh respectively. Both prices are ex-showroom.
BYD Seal: Range, battery and performance
BYD Seal is offered with single and dual-motor options. Depending on the version that the customer opts for, the electric sedan will be able to produce 308 bhp and 360 Nm or 522 bhp and 670 Nm. The rear-wheel drive powertrain has a WLTP-claimed range of 570 km whereas the dual-motor setup has a WLTP-claimed range of 520 km. These specs are for the larger 82.5 kWh battery pack.
There will also be a smaller 61.4 kWh battery pack that has a WLTP-claimed range of 460 km. The electric motor puts out 201 bhp of max power and a peak torque output of 310 Nm. The smaller battery pack can be DC fast-charged up to speeds of 110 kW whereas the larger battery pack supports 150 kW.
The Seal is one of the safest electric vehicles that a customer can buy in the Indian market. It passed the Euro NCAP crash test with 5-star safety rating last year. The Seal EV scored 89 per cent for adult occupants, 87 per cent for child occupants, 82 per cent for Vulnerable Road Users and 76 per cent in Safety Assist. The Seal EV that was tested was equipped with dual front airbags, belt pre-tensioners, belt load limiters, side airbags and a centre airbag. There were also ISOFIX child seat mounts, airbag cut-off switch and seatbelt reminders. Other features on offer are Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Assist System and Fatigue / Distraction Detection.
