New Atto 1 VS Used Atto 3

Atto 3 seems to be reliable and have all the tech in the extended range version, so I don't see why not if you need a bigger car with more range for less.

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Does a newer 2026 Atto 1 Premium have anything that would be considered better than a 2023 Atto 3 ER? It seems like the 3 has longer range, same charging speed, higher VL2. I thought maybe the Atto 1 might have a better warranty or better lane assist.

I was hoping the driving experience on the Atto 1 was similar to my Mini Cooper but the seat height is so high that it still feels like driving an Atto 3.

Only thing to consider is that if it's a pre MY24 Atto 3 it'll need a charging harness fix if you want to use it on Tesla DC chargers. I've seen people get quotes for the work ranging from $300 to $700 You can tell them externally fairly easily. MY22 and MY23 have a silver panel behind the passenger door, 12" infotainment screen and says "build your dreams" across the back. MY24 has a black panel, 15" screen and says "BYD" across the back. Otherwise The atto 3 will give you more range and a slightly bigger car.

It has a green colour option and it is super cute! It is also much smaller so it is easier to park and much easier to drive on the narrow streets. It is a perfect second car. If it is going to be your only car that will be used for weekend trips then atto 3 or atto 2 would be the way to go.

I was honestly hoping it was smaller, the ride height is similar to the Atto 3. Its a weird tall thin short car, i wanted something closer to my Mini Cooper. It just seems like a secondhand Atto 3 is better for the price than a new Atto 1 if you want premium features and range.

Hopefully the firefly can be the small fun affordable EV we all deserve

Atto 3 isn't overly energy efficient especially at highway speeds. Also the AC charging is slower and it doesn't have digital key. But the 3 does have more features overall.

Atto 3 is a reasonably specced car, especially the older used 2023 models which came with everything. Atto 1 is a budget model.

The atto 1 is a lighter and fun car to drive. I prefer the interior design. It's smaller so easier to park. But if you want more range and boot space or you frequently have people in the back, an atto 3 would likely suit your need also.

I looked at a new Atto 2 and Atto 1, I settled on a used 2023 Atto 3. For me it came down the the size and range of the Atto 3 vs the other 2. Yes the the 1.5kW granny charger is painfully slow but a 7kW AC charger will apparently charge it from empty in approx 8 hrs, a 22kW in 3 or less. The Atto 3 is our second car, we have a 21 Pajero Sport for long trips. The PS used to be our main car for driving around town, now my wife takes it to work 3 days a week otherwise it sits idle most of the time. I drive the Atto 3 to work 5 days a week and we use it when ever we go out as a family, it has overtaken the PS. This has reduced fuelling the PS from fortnightly to almost Monthly I've not had a need to use Tesla chargers, all I've done is use a 55kW Chargefox to test it out, otherwise I charge via the 1.5kw granny charger, I am getting a 22kW charger installed in a few months for convenience. For me the Atto 3 Pros are: 1. Better range, just don't expect it to get the 400km plus advertised range. 2. Vehicle size. 3. It has fairly decent tech and features 4. Reduced depreciation. The cons are: 1. Interior is dated compared to the newer models 2. Full 6 year and 8 year warranty on new models 3. 2 years of BYD connectivity on new models. Note the app including remote start etc work for free even after the free 2 years is over. All in all I have no regrets pucking the Atto 3, I've owned it 2 months now and so far it is a great car to drive.

Atto 1 is a smaller car it's roughly picanto size. Like a SUV shaped hot hatch. Atto 3 is maybe Kia Seltos size. All BYDs have the same warranty. You'll need to potentially buy data for the Atto 3 because the included monthly data pack may have lapsed. Notice size 1 smallest then Atto 2 Then Atto 3

Yeah it looks pretty Kool, it I get one I'll name it Serenity.

On my test drive it felt like the Atto 3 had better high end acceleration while the Atto 1 was quicker to 60. It's fun but still feels like a boat. I guess it's all sitting on a battery pack so can't be too low to the ground. I guess Id be willing to sacrifice some range itlf it actually felt like a small car.

I've tested them all and already own an Atto 3. The Atto 1 didn't feel dramatically smaller than the 3 in terms of ride height.

For reference, I already have a 2023 Atto 3, bought new and have driven 50000km. I have gotten 450km going 60kmph. 99% charged at home on solar. Our second car is a Mini Cooper so I hoped an Atto 1 would be a good swap in. I was willing to sacrifice range if it was a small car but it just felt like a less premium thinner Atto 3. I do like the seperated centre console and simpler tablet UI.

These are two very different cars. The ATTO 1 is a city run around with low range. It won't tolerate motorways for very long due to its size and range. Personally I wouldn't be putting a baby seat in the Atto1 either due to its size. The atto 3 will happily take you on some motorway runs and get you further with less stress. What do you need the car for.

Just buy the Atto3 privately, the savings on not paying GST worked out as good as a novated lease for me without all the stuffing around.

My employer offers NL on new and used cars so they do all the work and i get all the tax savings.

You can't really compare them. They are not the same model/class. Is like comparing an i20 to the i30

The Atto1 will work on v3/v4 Tesla Superchargers, while the 2023 Atto 3 likely won't unless it's had the retrofitted hardware to make it work..

I think BYD offer a repair for that issue now. I already have another Atto 3 and never needed to use a Tesla charger outside of the one at Woolshed in Williams WA but there are other fast chargers 500m down the road.

Buy data? What's this about?

Most vehicles have a 2 year 2gb monthly data plan included from purchase. Some app functions rely on tis data. 2023 Atto 3 data plan would have lapsed. Atto 1 essential doesn't come with data. You can buy data from the shop under my account in the app if you don't have active monthly data plan anymore. I don't know if you can buy it/top up if you go over your 2gb allowance during the first 2 included years.

That's fucked lol, I'd just use Android Auto but good to know this is something I need to think about.

I reckon you're probably right. A used Atto 3, maybe one or two years old is a better buy. Much more comfortable, better interior, quicker, better range.

Crazy that the Atto 3 is faster considering its size. The Atto 1 certainly feels faster at 0-60kmph.

I just drove my sister-in-law's dolphin premium and it's an absolute weapon with the Atto 3 drivetrain.

Get ChatGPT to do a side by side comparison and provide you a pro/con summary. Decide from there.

The need for Tesla chargers is really overstated. Never needed one.

I'd agree a large proportion of drivers will virtually never use a public charger. In my own situation I've used public chargers around 60 times in 18 months and a quarter of those sessions were on Tesla chargers. I could have absolutely used a different brand charger if I didn't have access to the Tesla network. Main reason I use them is because they were the most convenient to get to on my most common drives. I just do a massive amount of driving and for a trip to Melbourne it's a almost universal requirement for me to top up before heading home. The newish Tesla Pakenham site is stupidly easy to get to heading east. I used to use the BP or Evie chargers on Stud Rd but in comparison they are a pain to get to and more expensive. The Evie units are Gen 1 Tritiums so it's a gamble if they even work and BP only has one unit and I've been 5 mins out from it a number of times to watch it go busy Now if we had more public level 2 chargers in public car parks I'd virtually never need a DC charger.

As someone who just bought an atto1.. get the 1 if you genuinely want a small city car. If it’s a compromise based on what you can afford get something used.

I figured that I was sacrificing range to get a small car so when I drove it I was surprised how big it is. Was hoping for Mini Cooper EV size.