Join Nicola for the first drive of the updated 2026 BYD Atto 3 Evo, the car that originally launched BYD in the UK back in 2023 — but now returns with a long list of upgrades under the skin.
At first glance it might look familiar, but BYD says this isn’t just a refresh. There’s a bigger battery, new 800-volt architecture, faster charging, more power, revised suspension and updated tech aimed at making the Atto 3 more competitive than ever in the electric SUV market.
Inside, you’ll find a smarter infotainment system with Google integration, improved materials, extra storage and even a bigger boot and frunk. But does it actually feel new to drive? And have the changes made it better — or just… different?
In this video Nicola gets behind the wheel in Madrid to find out what’s changed, how it drives, whether the new performance makes sense for a family SUV, and if the Atto 3 Evo deserves another look in a very crowded EV segment.
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00:00 – BYD Atto 3 is back… but what’s actually new?
00:19 – First impressions in Madrid: facelift or full evolution?
00:41 – Interior changes explained: screens, controls & layout
01:00 – New Google-based infotainment & voice control demo
02:19 – Software customisation, themes & apps (yes… karaoke)
03:52 – Ventilated wireless charging & cabin usability updates
04:17 – Rear seats, space & trim differences explained
04:57 – Bigger boot + new frunk: practicality improvements
05:32 – What’s new underneath? Battery & platform upgrades
06:01 – Range figures, 800V charging & efficiency gains
06:28 – Performance boost: RWD vs AWD power explained
07:23 – Is 443hp too much for a family SUV?
07:58 – ADAS systems & the “tiredness detected” rant 😅
09:45 – New suspension setup: comfort vs body roll
10:57 – Regen braking, steering feel & everyday driving
11:24 – Visibility, driving impressions & final annoyances
11:46 – Used Atto 3 market & Electrifying used listings
12:05 – Pricing expectations: Design vs Excellence
12:36 – Final verdict: genuine upgrade or not?
if that price is high we in Albania we buy it for Euro 18,000. So you are paying over 100% duty tax because of chinese car.
Are you sure this is the updated rwd Atto 3? The picture that I've seen on carnewschina seems way that its longer and the rear light clusters are different too.
I simply ❤ this car.
And the included karaoke mike is a car changer!
Basically it is an Apple with wheels.
O yes bring on the power !!
The interior though, those guitar straps. It's also not really 800 V, but actually 500 V.
Moving the gear selector from the centre console means you can park up and eat your fish and chips off there. 🙂
She is a good comedian for car reviews. Byd are making excellent cars world wide bullet proof , rocket proof , bomb proof cheap affordable and highly tech laden cars and became a nightmare for car manufacturers.
9:20–9:26 😂 Comments like this are one of the reasons why Nicola is my favourite Electrifying presenter!
1:05 If it was a Tesla, "…other Googly things" would probably include googly eyes…
Nice concise review! I wish reviewers would give the DIMENSIONS of the BOOT SPACE, rather than the volume. VOLUME is TOO ABSTRACT for all practical purposes! What consumers want to know is, whether the space is LONG, WIDE and HIGH enough to load in stuff!
i dont seem to have the focous on me camer in my sea lion6
It handles corners really that badly? Are these new suspensions not keeping the body in check?
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Don't give up your day job, or go straight to stand up comedy. Also, don't give up your day job. You're too good.
They should have removed those silly inside door handles. Are the guitar strings still on the inside door panels? Also silly.
Haha she’s hilarious 😂
Why is OK to look at screens while driving when doing the same on your phone would get you points on your licence.
Your video is very objective. It points out both BYD’s strengths and weaknesses. I sincerely hope they can see this and make improvements. After all, this car company is still relatively young and has a lot to improve in many aspects.
I know it doesn't help anyone, but it's cars in general that are expensive. This is priced inline with the Skoda Karoq, if you go look, and that's an ICE car of almost identical size and spec. It's Europe that's expensive, not the Atto 3. In fact, it stacks up very nicely against ICE competition in the same economic area.
The car looks great, but karaoke in the car