The BYD Yuan Up — sold internationally as the BYD Atto 2 — is a compact electric crossover offered in three trims across two battery sizes: a 301 km entry trim on a 32 kWh Blade Battery pack, and two 401 km trims on a larger 45.12 kWh pack, starting from $13,400.
Performance & Specs
The entry trim pairs a 32 kWh Blade Battery (LFP) with a 70 kW (94 hp) motor and 180 Nm of torque, reaching 301 km CLTC range and 50 km/h in a claimed 4.6 seconds (BYD hasn't published a 0-100 km/h figure for this car). The two higher trims — including the "smart driving" mid trim reviewed in this article's source video — step up to a 45.12 kWh pack and a stronger 130 kW (174 hp) motor with 290 Nm of torque, extending range to 401 km CLTC. Top speed is 160 km/h across the lineup. DC fast charging takes the battery from 30% to 80% in about 30 minutes; a full AC charge takes roughly 5-6 hours.
| Powertrain | Single-motor FWD BEV |
|---|---|
| Power | 70 kW (94 hp) entry / 130 kW (174 hp) mid & top |
| Torque | 180 Nm / 290 Nm |
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
| Battery | 32 kWh (entry) / 45.12 kWh (mid & top), Blade LFP |
| Range | 301 km (entry) / 401 km (mid & top), CLTC |
| POWERTRAIN TYPE | Single-motor FWD BEV |
|---|---|
| HORSEPOWER | 94 hp (entry) / 174 hp (mid & top) |
| TORQUE | 180 Nm / 290 Nm |
| TOP SPEED | 160 km/h |
| BATTERY | 32 kWh / 45.12 kWh, Blade LFP |
| ELECTRIC RANGE | 301 km / 401 km, CLTC |
| DC FAST CHARGING | 30-80% in ~30 min |
Dimensions & Practicality
| Length | 4,310 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm |
At 4,310 mm long on a 2,620 mm wheelbase, the Yuan Up is a genuinely compact crossover. The demo unit's cargo area held a claimed 300 litres with the rear seats up, expanding to roughly 1,300 litres with the rear bench folded manually (this trim doesn't have a power tailgate). There's no dedicated front trunk on this trim. Wheels are 16-inch, wrapped in 215/65R16 tires. Second-row space is genuinely good — the reviewer, at 186 cm, reported comfortable head and legroom, with second-row USB ports and a headphone jack.
| LENGTH | 4,310 mm |
|---|---|
| WIDTH | 1,830 mm |
| HEIGHT | 1,675 mm |
| WHEELBASE | 2,620 mm |
| CARGO VOLUME | ~300 L, up to ~1,300 L seats folded |
| SEATING | 5 |
Design & Interior
The Yuan Up's exterior includes full LED headlights and running lights, a functional roof-mounted radio antenna fin, and an active front grille — there's no visible tailpipe, confirming the pure-EV powertrain. The demo unit's cream/beige exterior pairs with a light-colored cloth/leatherette interior. On this mid "Smart Driving" trim, seats are manually adjusted (the top trim adds power seats), and the front console includes a wireless charging pad (non-functional as a display feature on the showroom unit, per the reviewer), a covered armrest box, and twin cupholders. A leather-wrapped, height-and-reach-adjustable steering wheel and a horizontally-oriented center touchscreen round out the cabin.
Technology & Features
The infotainment system runs a genuine, official English-language interface — confirmed directly on-camera and specifically flagged by the reviewer as valuable for international buyers, unlike many China-market-only models that require third-party localization. The "Smart Driving" trim adds a 360-degree camera system with multiple parking sensors and basic driver-assist features (safety assist, parking assist) controllable from the touchscreen.
Available Versions
| VERSION | BATTERY | RANGE (CLTC) | POWER | PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 301km Standard | 32 kWh | 301 km | 94 hp | ¥96,800 (~$13,400) |
| 401km Smart Driving (reviewed) | 45.12 kWh | 401 km | 174 hp | ¥109,800 (~$15,200) |
| 401km Flagship | 45.12 kWh | 401 km | 174 hp | ¥119,800 (~$16,600) |
Pricing & Availability
The Yuan Up is priced from 96,800 yuan (~$13,400) for the entry 301km trim to 119,800 yuan (~$16,600) for the range-topping 401km Flagship trim. The reviewer in this article's source video quoted a somewhat different range ($10,500-$16,800) on-camera; we've used the figures consistently confirmed across multiple independent sources instead, since the reviewer's own numbers weren't fully consistent with the specs he described for the same trim. Internationally, the car is marketed as the BYD Atto 2. Export availability is limited for the newest trims specifically — the reviewer noted the top trim currently requires roughly a 180-day wait due to recently-changed Chinese export policy, though stock units of lower trims remain available sooner.
How It Compares
Against our own recently-covered Leapmotor A10, the Yuan Up costs more but offers BYD's brand reputation, Blade Battery construction, and a confirmed English interface. BYD's own smaller Seagull undercuts the Yuan Up on price within the same showroom lineup for buyers who can live with an even smaller footprint. The Yuan Up's real selling point at this price is the combination of genuine BYD build quality with export-ready English localization already built in, rather than requiring a third-party service.
- Official English interface built in — a genuine advantage for export buyers over many China-only rivals
- Choice of 301 km or 401 km range depending on trim and budget
- Genuinely roomy second row for a compact crossover, confirmed by a 186cm reviewer
- BYD's proven Blade Battery (LFP) construction across all trims
- No dedicated front trunk on this trim; manual (not power) tailgate
- Manual, non-electric seats on lower and mid trims
- Top trim currently faces export delays of roughly 180 days under China's updated export policy
The Yuan Up (Atto 2) is a genuinely solid budget EV pick: a real 301-401 km range depending on trim, starting at $13,400, with an official English interface that's rare at this price point. It won't out-range cheaper rivals like the Leapmotor A10, but BYD's brand backing and export-ready localization make it a safer bet for international buyers new to Chinese EVs.
