BYD Australia’s New ATTO 2 DM-i and October Sales Surge | Nov. 12, 2026

Verified and updated: Nov. 12, 2026, 12:47 p.m. AEDT (UTC+11:00).

BYD’s Australian lineup has added the ATTO 2 DM-i, a small plug-in hybrid SUV, while the company’s Sealion 7, Atto 2 and Shark 6 all placed among Australia’s 10 best-selling models in October. BYD lists a $25,990 driveaway launch offer for the ATTO 2 DM-i Essential, subject to eligibility, availability and delivery terms. The development gives Australian buyers a new option between a fully electric vehicle and a conventional hybrid as battery-electric sales continue to grow.

October’s VFACTS figures put BYD at 86,639 sales year to date, up 106.9% from the same period in 2025. The data also recorded 2,524 Sealion 7s, 1,943 Atto 2s and 1,843 Shark 6s for the month. These are reported registrations and sales, not a forecast of future demand.

Destaques

• BYD Australia now lists the ATTO 2 DM-i plug-in hybrid in its range.
• The Essential launch offer is $25,990 driveaway for qualifying retail orders under BYD’s stated conditions.
• BYD ranked second by year-to-date brand sales in October VFACTS reporting, behind Toyota.
• October sales placed three BYD models in the top 10, led by the Sealion 7.

What is new in BYD’s Australian lineup?

The most notable current addition is the ATTO 2 DM-i. BYD describes it as a small SUV using its DM Super Hybrid plug-in hybrid system. The Australian product page lists two grades, Essential and Premium, both front-wheel drive. It specifies 122 kW and a 9.1-second 0–100 km/h time for Essential, and 156 kW and 7.5 seconds for Premium. Both versions are listed with a Blade battery and a 345 km WLTP driving-range figure in the specification table.

The same BYD page also advertises up to 895 km WLTP range for the Premium model. Because the page presents that figure alongside a separate 345 km entry, shoppers should confirm with a dealer how the figures are defined and what applies to the Australian vehicle before comparing it with an all-electric range or planning a trip. BYD says actual range can vary with driving style, load and traffic.

BYD’s current offer page lists the ATTO 2 DM-i Essential at $25,990 driveaway for qualifying retail customers who order between Sept. 24 and Dec. 24, 2026, and take delivery by Dec. 31, subject to availability and other terms. Metallic paint costs extra. The company says it may review delayed deliveries individually; the price should therefore be treated as a time-limited offer, not a permanent list price.

The plug-in hybrid joins a range that also includes fully electric models such as the ATTO 2 and ATTO 3 EVO, plus plug-in hybrids including the Sealion 8 and Shark 6. Buyers comparing vehicles should distinguish the drivetrain labels: a plug-in hybrid can be charged and driven electrically for some trips, but it also has a gasoline engine; a battery-electric vehicle does not.

How strong is BYD’s momentum in Australia?

October’s VFACTS data show broad demand across several BYD body styles rather than a single model carrying the brand’s result. The Sealion 7 ranked fourth overall with 2,524 sales, the Atto 2 seventh with 1,943, and the Shark 6 eighth with 1,843. The Sealion 7’s monthly total was 88.2% higher than October 2025, while the Shark 6 was up 72.2%, according to the reported comparison.

For January through October, BYD recorded 86,639 sales, 8.5% of the market and a 106.9% increase year over year. Toyota remained first, at 173,593. These totals include the brand’s broader new-vehicle range, including plug-in hybrids, so they should not be read as EV-only figures.

Battery-electric vehicles also gained share across the Australian market. The October report counted 20,677 BEV sales through VFACTS, up 228.7% year over year. Adding Tesla and Polestar figures reported separately by the Electric Vehicle Council brought the combined BEV total to 24,845, ahead of petrol vehicles at 23,605; diesel remained higher at 25,649. The different reporting channels matter when comparing totals.

What should Australian buyers check next?

The new model’s practical appeal will depend on more than its launch price. A buyer who can charge at home may use the plug-in system differently from someone relying on public chargers. Ask the dealer to confirm the usable battery range, charging equipment and charging times for the exact grade, then compare the advertised offer with the final driveaway quote for the state or territory where the vehicle will be registered.

It is also useful to compare the DM-i with the fully electric ATTO 2 and with similarly sized hybrids. Consider weekly distance, access to home charging, luggage and rear-seat needs, warranty conditions, insurance, servicing, and the delivery date. A headline range figure or promotional price alone cannot establish which powertrain will cost less over a particular ownership period.

The confirmed near-term change is the arrival and promotion of the ATTO 2 DM-i, alongside continuing high sales for BYD’s existing models. October’s results show a strong current position; they do not guarantee that the trend will continue. The next useful indicators will be updated monthly registration figures, availability of the new model, and any changes BYD makes to Australian pricing or specifications.

Sources checked: BYD Australia ATTO 2 DM-i specifications; BYD Australia offers and conditions; October 2026 VFACTS sales reporting.

FAQ

Is the BYD ATTO 2 DM-i fully electric?

No. It is a plug-in hybrid with an electric drive system and a gasoline engine. BYD also sells a fully electric ATTO 2.

How much is the ATTO 2 DM-i in Australia?

BYD lists a $25,990 driveaway launch offer for the Essential grade under specified order, delivery and eligibility conditions. Confirm current terms with BYD before ordering.

Which BYD models ranked in Australia’s October top 10?

The Sealion 7, Atto 2 and Shark 6 ranked fourth, seventh and eighth, respectively, in the October 2026 VFACTS model table cited above.