Verdict
2023 has been a pretty buzzy year for BYD, headlined perhaps by the brand-new Seal and its blistering 3.8 second 0-100km/h timing.
However, when it comes to making electric mobility practical and accessible for the masses, it is BYD's Atto 3 that is most worthy of attention. And, a newly introduced Cat A model this year definitely helps BYD's cause.
It's easy to understand the appeal of a car like the Atto 3. The Atto 3, while perhaps quirky in design and personality, is in fact a very accomplished EV. It's packed full of technology and features, is plenty comfortable on the trot, and manages to eke out a solid 380km of range from its 60.5kWh battery.
The Cat A variant delivers even more value for money - you get the same features as the Cat B model and similar enough performance in day-to-day driving situations, all for less money.
Customers are also responding well - in the first half of 2023 alone, 287 Atto 3s were registered, and that number continues to climb throughout the year (subsequent months saw 3 figure registrations per month).
It's little wonder, then, that it is the Sgcarmart's Top Viewed Model in 2023.