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The new BYD Atto 1 is a small Car available in New Zealand from $29,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Essential variant and topping out at $35,990 for the Premium variant.
There are 2 variants of the Atto 1 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2025.
The new Atto 1 is offered with a 6 year, 150,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the BYD Atto 1 include electric motor (65kW/175Nm) and electric motor (110kW/220Nm). All variants feature front-wheel drive.