Alongside the new BYD Seal Dynamic, Sime Darby Beyond Auto also rolled out the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range, taking over the spot of the sole Standard Range variant, and all for the same RM149,800 price tag. So, what’s “enhanced” about this new Atto 3? Let’s break it down.

First off, you’re getting a bump in range: 480 km NEDC compared to the previous 410 km, thanks to a larger 60.48 kWh battery (up from 49.92 kWh). You’ll still get that 7 kW single-phase AC charging, while DC charging is rated at 88 kW.

Performance-wise, it’s still got that single-motor front-wheel drive setup making 204 PS and 310 Nm of torque. But 0-100 km/h sprint is now completed in 7.3-second sprint, shaving off 0.6 seconds from the previous 7.9.

Visually, there are a few tweaks too. The D-pillar trim now comes in black, and the once-controversial “Build Your Dreams” lettering has been ditched for a cleaner “BYD” emblem. You also get a new color option: Cosmos Black..

Plus, it’s now rocking 18-inch wheels, an 88 kW DC charging rate, and one-touch open/close tailgate.

The cabin? It’s still the funky, familiar space we know, but you’re now looking at a 15.6-inch screen (up from the old 12.8) and an optional black and blue two-tone interior if you’re into that. BYD also threw in an 8-speaker system (up from 6), a new PM 2.5 air filter, and some multi-color ambient lighting that dances to your tunes.

On the safety front, you’ve still got Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Front Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Rear Collision Warning, Blind Spot Detection, Door Open Warning, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert keeping you covered.

Also read: From RM 163k, 2024 BYD Seal Dynamic entry variant launched in Malaysia, 204 PS/310 Nm, 460 km WLTP