Let's all agree on something. And let's agree, regardless of whether we «Makes» the low-turned operation of the diesel on the journey, the smell of gasoline at the station, the gas economy, the flexibility of the hybrid plug-in or the quiet and direct response of the electric: We are living in a transitional period of motorism.
Although it may be a surplus to say that when got an entire paragraph to mention some of the very many traffic technologies currently present in production models (never again in history had so many options).
Where do I end up? That in general, it's not all for everyone. Or sometimes it can be.. As in the case of new BYD Atto 2 DM-i, which is placed in its most popular category Greek market and combines modern design, practicality, cutting edge technology, disarming manufacturing quality, efficiency and impressive economy.
Some of you may know, because we don't see them first. The Seal U DM-i is the tangible proof, since it is supplied with same Super Hybrid technology and in Greece was in 2025 the No.1 plug-in hybrid in retail sales.
However, the Atto 2 comes with its compact dimensions and usability to cover a different audience. The one who wants all the above in one more flexible package and without breaking the barrier of «and».
BYD's new B-SUV is Just that. And we found out about the practice on Alimos, as guests to very hospitable space of the Chinese company and writing some very pleasant kilometers to Artemis.
Modern and «Greek»
With length 4.33 meters atto 2 acrobat between categories B and C, proportions ideal for Greek reality where most people want a car for everything.
Design moves to brand standards, adopting it design language «Dragon Face» with a closed mask and full-LED headlamps, while other elements such as rear light bodies in horizontal shape «8» (or the mark of infinity) are a familiar image.
Differences compared to last year's Electric Atto 2 are minimum and limited to larger grilles for better cooling the gasoline engine and removing the C-shaped design line low on the bumper, while behind the BYD logo has been transferred high in the center.
The new Atto 2 available in four colors, among them the new blue hue Midnight Blue, available exclusively for DM-i.
Premium spaciousness and ergonomics
Inside, the design is relatively minimal with the dashboard characterized by clean lines and surfaces. On the central console we meet two pots and sub-bracelet with enough storage space, as well as natural switches for functions such as windscreen defrosting, driving profiles and sound intensity.
The 8.8 inch instrument panel together with the large «free» 12.8 inch touch screen characterize the digital world of the living room, with infotainment hosting its latest software BYD.
This includes voice control with capabilities Generic AI and Large Language Models, allowing the user to chat with «smart assistant» The BYD, using phrases with natural way.
However, the most important thing is that Atto 2 is the first plug-in hybrid model of the brand with its built-in software Google. Therefore, there is the ease of Google Play, Google Maps and Google AssistantThe latter is a option against «smart assistant» BYD.
In ergonomics, the placement of the selector in steering column further increases practicality on the console and is more convenient for the driver. In the Boost version, the console hosts and 50 W smartphone wireless charging position with a cooling system for the device.
The seats are wide and soft and even from the small contact we had with the Atto 2 It's clear they can keep you. rested even after a whileThe investment is basically from vegan skin, with the fitting of materials moving to the high quality standards that our Chinese brand is used to.
The BYD has once again taken advantage of the spatial and tax advantages offered by its flat floor e-Platform 3.0 architecture and in combination with the 2.620 mm wheelbase offers very satisfactory space about the back, even if we're talking about adults who are equal to the front. On the plus for the back and the addition of air ducts and head restraint in the central position, plus two USB-C ports that already existed.
In the trunk, the situation is equally impressive, since capacity reaches 425 litres (with the etazera) and folded the seats are thrown at 1,335 litres, which do not meet in B-SUV.
Super Hybrid
Atto 2 DM-i has been launched in Greece in two editions: Active and BoostThe gasoline engine remains in any case the 400-cylinder Xiaoyun of 1,500 cm with a maximum power of 98 horsepower (and thermal efficiency of 43.04%) and its role is to function auxiliaries.
The movement is primarily undertaken by the electric motor (modern permanent magnet) of 197 horses, which is mounted on the front axle and draws its energy either from LFP battery (Blade) with a capacity of 7.8 kWh (in the Active version, with electricity autonomy up to 40 km), or from a larger Blade capacity 18,3 kWh.
In the latter case, the autonomy of pure electric drive is 90 km. and the combination reaches 1000 km. (at 930 km the Active). In addition, in the Boost version the performance is 212 horses and AC charging is greater than 6.6 kW.
The BYD says his sprint «0-100» complete in 9.1 seconds With the 166 horsepower, with performance falling to 7.5 seconds with the 212. The final is in any case 180 km/h.
On the Greek streets...
...Atto 2 DM-i did what he promised: he moved electrically, with the gasoline engine sounding rarely, but without bringing any special buzz in the cabin or make his presence felt.
The directness of the electric motor is «gold» in urban tissue, with the transition to the internal combustion engine becoming very smooth, almost imperceptible.
To manage this technology and depending on your move, the selection switch between EV and HEV He's very handy. From a switch next to it, you also handle the performance line by choosing one of four driving profiles.
From the screen, there is also possibility battery level adjustment, so that - for example - it never falls below 50%, with the gasoline engine taking care of its charging. In the Boost version, Atto 2 can also function as supply for charging devices, thanks to V2L function (Vehicle-to-Load).
Super Hybrid DM system's layered operation stands out thanks to automatic transmission of changing relationships. In the EV program, the front wheel movement is made exclusively through the electric motor, without the thermal input. In the HEV profile, the gasoline engine acts as a generator for battery charging and power supply to the electric motor via converter.
When demands more than gas, as in one for passing, the system can go from serial to parallel function, and activate the gasoline engine for Direct power supply the wheels combined with the electric motor.
In this way, Super Hybrid DM technology offers high performance, Fuel economy and comfortable driving for each type of use.
Which proved to be on our one-day trip, with Atto 2 DM-i not exceeding 5 litres per 100 km.Even under more rapid driving conditions.
His posting worked. balanced, having sufficient satisfactory depreciation of the mischiefs (rarely the half back will betray its nature), but sufficient hold to feel confident when you want to... vibrate. Always, of course, to the extent it allows one B-SUV weighing 1,510-1.620 kg, depending on the version.
In conclusion, the new Atto 2 DM-i comes to strengthen her position BYD in SUVs and above all place it high on B-Segment preferences. Technology Super Hybrid Chinese is a «bridge» for those who do not want the stress of charging, But they want high autonomy. (in diesel values moves if you think about it) and the torque of the electric motor.
And for the skeptical, the Chinese giant offers 6 years of factory guarantee (or 150,000 km), 8 years warranty for the electric motor (or 150,000 km) and 8 years warranty for the battery (or 250,000 km).
Remember, this whole package does not come from a 100% Chinese product since Atto 2 produced at BYD's new factory in Hungary, with the company to «Dribbles» So EU tariffs on electrical.
Something not about its plug-in hybrid version, but electricity, but in any case it works. as a reminder the BYD slowly tears down the any obstacle for its sovereignty in Europe as well.
See the values of the new BYD Atto 2 DM-i HERE.
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