BYD Models

Complete specifications, pricing, and reliability data for 5 BYD models

BYD Atto 3

Electric Compact SUV

$45k
AUD

The BYD Atto 3 is Australia's best-value electric SUV. With a 420km range, powerful 150 kW motor, and BYD's class-leading Blade Battery technology, it's redefining value in the EV market. The Atto 3 has become one of Australia's top-selling EVs since launch.

Range
420 km
Battery
58.56 kWh Blade
Efficiency
16.0 kWh/100km
Reliability
8/10
Software bugs (improving with OTA updates)12V battery drain in cold weather+3 more

BYD Seal

Electric Sedan

$53k
AUD

The BYD Seal is a Tesla Model 3 competitor offering similar performance and range at a lower price. Features premium interior, advanced driver assistance, and BYD's cell-to-body battery technology. Available in RWD and AWD variants.

Range
570 km
Battery
82.5 kWh Blade
Efficiency
13.0 kWh/100km
Reliability
8.2/10
Software bugs (OTA improving)DC charging speed could be faster+3 more

BYD Dolphin

Electric Hatchback

$39k
AUD

The BYD Dolphin is Australia's cheapest quality EV. Perfect for city driving with 340km range, compact size, and excellent value for money. The Dolphin has proven popular with urban commuters and first-time EV buyers.

Range
340 km
Battery
44.9 kWh Blade
Efficiency
14.0 kWh/100km
Reliability
7.8/10
Software glitches (OTA fixes)Slow DC charging on base model+3 more

BYD Shark

Plug-in Hybrid Utility (PHEV)

$58k
AUD

The BYD Shark is Australia's first plug-in hybrid dual-cab ute, competing directly with the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux. With 360 kW combined output and 84km electric range, it offers both work capability and daily EV commuting.

Range
84 km electric / 800 km total km
Battery
29.58 kWh Blade
Efficiency
2.2 L/100km (claimed) / 8.5 L/100km (real-world depleted)
Reliability
7.5/10
New model - long-term reliability unknownHeavy battery affects payload capacity+3 more

BYD Sealion 6

Plug-in Hybrid SUV

$47k
AUD

The BYD Sealion 6 is a plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV offering 91km electric range for daily commuting and 1200km total range for road trips. Competes with Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Range
91 km electric / 1200 km total km
Battery
18.3 kWh Blade
Efficiency
1.1 L/100km (claimed) / 6.5 L/100km (real-world depleted)
Reliability
7.6/10
New model - limited long-term dataEV range below claims in cold weather+3 more