From Motor1 · Brian Potter · · 1m 10s
BYD Atto 8 Debuts With Nine Minute Flash Charging
BYD's new Atto 8 electric SUV charges from 10% to 97% in nine minutes with specific conditions.
In brief
BYD's new Atto 8 electric SUV charges from 10% to 97% in nine minutes with specific conditions. BYD's Atto 8 electric SUV can charge from 10% to 97% in nine minutes using its own Flash chargers. Originally reported by Motor1.
BYD Atto 8 Debuts
BYD unveiled its new Atto 8 electric SUV at the Paris Motor Show on October 12.
Nine Minute Flash Charging
The Atto 8 claims to charge from 10 percent to 97 percent in nine minutes using specific conditions.
Blade Battery
The Atto 8 uses a second-generation 115 kWh Blade battery for its electric powertrain.
WLTP Range Figures
The Atto 8 offers WLTP range figures of 405 miles for the rear-wheel-drive version and 374 miles for the all-wheel-drive version.
Seven-Seat Layout
The Atto 8 features a seven-seat layout for European markets, though third rows are better suited for children or short trips.
Charging Conditions
The nine-minute charge requires the second-generation Blade battery paired with BYD's own Flash chargers rated at up to 1,500 kilowatts.
What Happens Next
BYD plans to install 3,000 Flash charging stations across Europe by the end of 2027.
The headline
BYD's Atto 8 electric SUV can charge from 10% to 97% in nine minutes using its own Flash chargers.
