BYD launches upgraded Yuan Plus EV SUV with more range and flash charging for $18,000

BYD launched the third-generation Yuan Plus, sold overseas as the Atto 3, with its new Flash Charging and nearly 400 miles of driving range. The upgraded electric SUV is on sale now, starting at less than $18,000.

BYD launches upgraded Yuan Plus (Atto 3) electric SUV

The Yuan Plus, which is sold as the Atto 3 in Europe, the UK, and other global markets, is one of BYD’s most popular electric vehicles.

In 2025, it was the 13th-best-selling EV globally, with nearly 224,000 deliveries. For its third generation, BYD upgraded the electric SUV with its new Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging technology, enabling a longer driving range, charging in as little as 5 minutes, and advanced new safety and convenience features.

While BYD has launched several new vehicles equipped with the new tech, most have been higher-end models, such as the Denza Z9 GT, Yangwang U7, and the flagship Great Tang (Datang) full-size electric SUV.