BYD’s ATTO 2 DM-i offers fleet buyers a compact plug-in hybrid SUV with up to 90 kilometres of claimed electric driving range, creating an option for organisations looking to electrify daily journeys while retaining petrol capability for longer trips.
The five-seat, front-wheel-drive SUV comes in Essential and Premium variants, with different battery capacities and electric ranges providing a clear starting point for matching the vehicle to fleet requirements.
For fleet managers, the key consideration will be how much of each vehicle’s workload can be completed on electricity—and whether drivers have reliable access to charging.
Two battery options for different workloads
The ATTO 2 DM-i Essential pairs a 7.85kWh BYD Blade Battery with a claimed WLTP electric driving range of 39 kilometres. The Premium increases battery capacity to 18.03kWh and claimed electric range to 90 kilometres.
That difference could influence vehicle allocation. The Essential could suit shorter local journeys with regular charging, while the Premium offers greater scope to cover commuting, site visits and metropolitan travel using electric power.
Actual range will vary with driving conditions, vehicle load and driver behaviour, so fleet buyers will need to compare these figures with their own journey data.
Both variants use BYD’s DM-i 4.0 Super Hybrid drivetrain and lithium iron phosphate battery technology. Combined maximum power is listed at 122kW for the Essential and 156kW for the Premium, with both producing 300Nm of combined maximum torque.
Charging needs to fit the working day
Both variants support 3.3kW AC charging. BYD lists charging times from 15 to 100 per cent of approximately 2.7 hours for the Essential and 6.1 hours for the Premium.
Those times make charging during extended workplace parking or overnight an important part of the operating model.
For fleets, petrol capability provides flexibility when journeys extend beyond electric range. However, reducing petrol use still depends on plugging in regularly. Vehicle allocation, charging access and driver induction will therefore be central to achieving the intended benefits.
The Premium also includes vehicle-to-load functionality and a discharge adapter, allowing the battery to supply compatible external electrical equipment.
Compact footprint with practical capacity
At 4,330mm long and 1,830mm wide, the ATTO 2 DM-i offers a compact footprint for urban fleet duties.
Boot capacity is listed at 425 litres, expanding to 1,335 litres with the rear seats folded. Both variants have a 490kg payload and a listed towing capacity of 750kg, providing useful parameters for checking suitability against passengers, equipment and operational requirements.
The Essential has fabric seats and a 10.1-inch touchscreen. Premium equipment includes synthetic leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat and a larger 12.8-inch touchscreen.
Wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both variants.
Driver assistance across the range
Both grades include a 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot detection, lane keeping assistance and rear cross traffic alert and braking. The Premium adds front parking sensors.
For fleet managers considering the ATTO 2 DM-i, the strongest case will come from matching battery range and charging opportunities to actual vehicle use. A plug-in hybrid can support more electric kilometres, but the result will depend on how it is deployed and charged throughout the working week.
