BYD Atto 2 DM-i is a Chinese B-crossover with an intelligent, dual-mode plug-in hybrid drivetrain (Dual Mode - intelligent) that left me with a lot of mixed feelings.
On paper, this 433 cm long car promises impressive specifications – an electric range of up to 150 km and a total mixed cycle range reaching up to 1,000 kilometres. How do these claims and the unusual design solutions translate into daily, real-world conditions? In this episode, I closely analyse the version with the larger battery, comparing its footprint and space to well-known market competitors like the Hyundai Kona and Dacia Duster.
In this video:
Dimensions & Boot: I check the actual dimensions of the body, the specifics of opening the boot, and the real space for passengers on the rear bench.
Cockpit & Multimedia: A look at the physical control elements, hidden menu functions, and the changes made to the central display.
Ergonomics & Comfort: I analyse the driving position, the adjustment ranges of the seats, and how the cabin compares to other models from China.
Driving Impressions & Drivetrain: Testing how the four-cylinder 1.5 Xiaoyun engine and the suspension handle rough surfaces and cornering.
Summary & Pricing: How much the Active trim and the tested unit cost, and why this model is so difficult to evaluate clearly.
Join me for a subjective review and a test drive of the BYD Atto 2 DM-i. Stay with me until the end to find out if this is the right car for you.
↔ BYD ATTO 2 DM-i dimensions:
✔ length: 4330 mm
✔ width: 1830 mm
✔ height: 1675 mm
✔ wheelbase: 2620 mm
✔ boot/trunk: 425-1335 L
? BYD ATTO 2 DM-i Active starting price: 26 990 euro
? BYD ATTO 2 DM-i price Boost as tested: 30 740 euro
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Chapters:
0:00 intro
0:18 design
1:08 dimensions
1:41 boot
2:50 rear seat
3:31 cockpit
7:48 driving impressions
8:45 efficiency
11:00 performance
11:45 pricing
12:20 conclusion