BYD Atto 1 2026 review Australia: Stunning Dolphin Surf small hatch arrives as cheapest electric car

Byron Mathioudakis reviews the 2026 BYD Atto 1 Premium for CarsGuide to see if this compact electric hatchback is the best city car for Australian buyers. This top-tier model features a 115kW front-mounted motor and a 43.2kWh Blade battery that provides a 310km WLTP driving range. The video details the differences between the entry-level Essential and this Premium grade, including larger 16-inch alloy wheels and heated artificial leather front seats. The cabin evaluation focuses on interior practicality and the 10.1-inch infotainment screen equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Despite its light-car dimensions the Atto 1 offers a 308L boot that expands to 1037L with the rear seats folded. Byron also tests the vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability which allows the car to power external appliances while parked or driving. Driving impressions cover urban maneuverability and ride quality compared to rivals like the MG4 Urban, GWM Ora and Geely EX2. The assessment includes a look at standard safety equipment such as adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist alongside the six-airbag suite. With a drive-away price around $30,000, this review determines how the Premium variant stacks up for value and daily usability. #BYD #Atto1 #Review -- Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 01:05 Pricing and features 03:51 Design 05:21 Practicality 10:43 Under the bonnet 11:25 Driving 15:20 Efficiency 16:14 Safety 16:51 Ownership 17:28 Verdict -- Read Byron's full review: https://bit.ly/4ubuUam Check out our BYD Atto 1 hub: https://bit.ly/4cv0yJS Find more hatchbacks: https://bit.ly/4kAZW7u Visit our EVGuide: https://bit.ly/3UHO9GT -- CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive Visit our website for News, Reviews, Advice and more: https://www.carsguide.com.au Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / carsguide   Like our Facebook page:   / carsguide.australia   Follow our TikTok profile:   / carsguide.com.au   Follow our Instagram profile:   / carsguideaus   Follow our X profile: https://www.x.com/CarsGuide Follow our Threads profile: https://www.threads.net/@carsguideaus Follow our LinkedIn page:   / carsguide-com-au