BYD Yuan Plus (Atto 2) Third Generation Goes on Sale May 21 With Second-Gen Blade Battery and Flash Charging

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As reported by Autohome CN, BYD has confirmed that the third-generation Yuan Plus — sold internationally as the Atto 2 — will officially go on sale in China on May 21, 2026. The model made its public debut at the Beijing Auto Show earlier this year and arrives with a meaningful update to its powertrain, technology stack, and interior layout.

2025 BYD Yuan Plus third generation front exterior with chrome strip and narrow LED headlights

Exterior Design

The new Yuan Plus retains the family’s signature aesthetic but gets refined details. Six color options are available: Line Gray, Cyan, Space White, Dream Pink (two-tone), Trendy Blue (two-tone), and Aura Green (two-tone). The front fascia features narrow, elongated headlight clusters flanking a central chrome strip that spans the full width of the nose. On the flanks, semi-hidden door handles keep the profile clean, while the D-pillar panel can be optionally finished in contrasting colors to match the dual-tone exterior themes.

Official image of the 2026 BYD Yuan Plus (third generation), revealed at Beijing Auto Show and set to launch on May 21 in China.

Body dimensions come in at 4,665 mm long, 1,895 mm wide, and 1,675 mm tall, with a 2,770 mm wheelbase. Buyers can choose between 18-inch and 19-inch wheel options. At the rear, a two-section high-mounted brake light sits above a full-width tail lamp panel with a flowing, streamlined light signature when illuminated.

It is also worth comparing the BYD Yuan Plus with the New Xpeng GX

2026 BYD Yuan Plus third generation rear exterior with chrome strip and narrow LED headlights

Interior and Technology

Inside, the center console has been redesigned around a larger infotainment touchscreen. The shift-by-wire stalk has replaced the conventional gear selector, freeing up console space for a wireless charging pad while retaining select physical controls. Speaker count has increased, the air vents retain their customizable design, and BYD’s latest Dynasty-series steering wheel is standard. Ambient lighting rounds out the cabin updates.

BYD Yuan Plus interior with large touchscreen, wireless charging pad, and ambient lighting

BYD Yuan Plus interior with large touchscreen, wireless charging pad, and ambient lighting front seats

BYD Yuan Plus interior with large touchscreen, wireless charging pad, and ambient lighting rear seats

Powertrain

The Yuan Plus rides on a rear-wheel-drive pure electric platform with two motor output choices: 200 kW (268 hp) or 240 kW (322 hp). Both versions are paired with BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery and support flash charging technology. CLTC range is rated at 630 km (~391 miles). The vehicle also receives BYD’s Cloud Nje-C (Yunzhen-C) intelligent body control system as standard.