115 kWh battery, 7 seats, and up to 650 km of range: this is the Atto 8, BYD’s flagship vehicle
Although we talked about the BYD Atto 8 a year ago, it wasn’t until today that its European version was unveiled. It is a new model aimed at strengthening the brand’s presence in the large electric SUV segment. The Chinese manufacturer expands its lineup with a vehicle designed for those who need space for their entire family but do not want to compromise on high performance or the ability to travel long distances.
The new BYD Atto 8 will sit at the top of the brand’s range and coexist with the BYD Tang for some time. It offers seven seats, a comfort-focused interior, and charging technology designed to significantly reduce stops during trips. Additionally, it will introduce in Europe one of the brand’s most impressive solutions for regaining energy in just a few minutes.
Exterior Design and Dimensions of the BYD Atto 8
The new BYD Atto 8 features a robustly styled body, with a front end that highlights its finely designed daytime running lights and Matrix LED headlights. From the side, the wide wheelbase and prominent shoulder line emphasize its large SUV appearance. At the rear, infinity knot-shaped headlights flank the illuminated BYD logo, while a roof spoiler completes the design.
At 5.04 meters in length, the Atto 8 falls into the F-SUV category, offering space for up to seven passengers. Its dimensions are completed by 2.00 meters in width and 1.76 meters in height. With all three rows of seats in use, the trunk provides 270 liters of space, which increases to 1,960 liters when the available space is fully utilized. Additionally, it features a front trunk area of 136 liters, providing a practical solution for storing charging cables and other items.
Interior, power, and range: two versions for BYD’s new flagship
The interior of the BYD Atto 8 aims to combine space and comfort with a tech-focused design. The driver’s seat features a 10.25-inch digital dashboard, a 15.6-inch central touchscreen, and a 26-inch windshield information projection system. The front seats come with heating, ventilation, and massage functions, which are also available on the side seats of the second row. In the third row, adjustable headrests complete the amenities designed for traveling with seven passengers.
The lineup will consist of two versions: Design RWD, with rear-wheel drive, and Excellence AWD, with all-wheel drive. Both use a second-generation Blade battery with a capacity of 115 kWh, though their performance and range vary depending on the chosen mechanical configuration. The brand positions its new model in a category where size, travel capacity, and fast charging speed are highly important.
The BYD Atto 8 Design RWD delivers 340 kW (462 hp) and 365 Nm of peak torque. With this configuration, the SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8 seconds and achieves a certified range of up to 653 kilometers on the WLTP cycle. The Excellence AWD version adds a second electric motor to the front axle, boosting the total power to 570 kW (775 hp) and the peak torque to 775 Nm. In this case, it reaches 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, with a certified range of 602 kilometers.
The major technological innovation lies in the FLASH Charging system, which BYD will introduce in Europe with this model. According to figures announced by the manufacturer, it allows the battery to go from 10% to 70% charged in just 5 minutes, and from 10% to 97% in 9 minutes. In extreme cold conditions, with temperatures as low as -30 degrees, the brand claims it’s possible to charge from 20% to 97% in 12 minutes. These are quite impressive figures, though it will be necessary to test under real conditions to determine the actual charging speed and how well the system performs throughout a full charging session.
It should be noted that the information published by BYD confirms these charging figures, but it does not specify the 800V electrical architecture in its announcement. Therefore, it would be incorrect to present that voltage as a confirmed feature of the Atto 8 without a technical specification sheet to back it up. In any case, the advertised charging speed makes this technology one of the standout aspects of the new model.
To enable these capabilities to be utilized outside dealership locations, BYD is also working on expanding its FLASH Charging station network. The goal announced is to reach 3,000 stations in Europe by the end of 2027. The availability of this infrastructure will be crucial in determining to what extent the advertised charging times can be applied in road trips.
Arrival in Spain and prices of the BYD Atto 8
BYD has confirmed that the new Atto 8 will arrive in the Spanish market during the first quarter of 2027. So far, the brand has not announced prices for our country nor detailed the final specifications for each version. Its status as a flagship model in BYD’s SUV lineup suggests a high price, though we’ll have to wait for the official pricing to know how it compares to other models in the brand’s lineup.
For reference, the BYD Tang currently starts at around 72,000 euros. Therefore, the Atto 8 will be priced in that range, possibly slightly higher. This arrival will allow BYD to strengthen its focus on large electric vehicles with seven seats and a charging technology that, in theory, can significantly reduce stops during long trips.
Key Features of BYD Atto 8
Dimensions: Length: 5.04 m, Width: 2.00 m, Height: 1.76 m
Trunk space: 960 liters (5 seats), 270 liters (7 seats)
Front trunk space: 136 liters
Battery: 115 kWh, second-generation Blade battery
Design RWD version: 340 kW (462 hp), 365 Nm
Design RWD acceleration (0-100 km/h): 8 seconds
Design RWD range (WLTP): 653 km
Excellence AWD version: 570 kW (775 hp), 775 Nm
Excellence AWD acceleration (0-100 km/h): 4.6 seconds
Autonomy Excellence AWD: 602 km WLTP
FLASH Charging: 10-70% in 5 minutes
FLASH Charging: 10-97% in 9 minutes
Charging in extreme cold (-30 °C): 20-97% in 12 minutes
FLASH Charging network expected in Europe: 3,000 stations by the end of 2027
Arrival in Spain: first quarter of 2027