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It’s okay if you haven’t heard about the Chinese auto giant BYD

It’s okay if you haven’t heard about the Chinese auto giant BYD. The manufacturer is one of the global leaders in electric mobility and it has been around in India for about 15 years now retailing electric buses, batteries and other electric vehicle components. However, it only recently forayed in the Indian passenger car market with the e6 MPV and the brand is now going more mainstream with its new halo offering - BYD Atto 3. The new electric SUV looks promising. With a premium look and feel, over 500 km of range, 200 bhp and Level 2 ADAS, there’s lots to like. But is this the next electric vehicle you should be looking for? Let’s find out.BYD Atto 3 DesignThe BYD Atto 3 is longer and wider than the Hyundai Creta but looks much smaller in comparison. The bug-inspired front is quirky with the LED daytime running lights adding a modern touch. The profile looks sharp with the sloping roofline while the raked rear windscreen further adds to the sporty look. However, it also limits rear visibility to the driver. The LED taillights are sharply styled and give a distinctive appearance to the SUV, while the and the 18-inch alloy wheels are very likeable and ride on wide 215 section rubber. The proportions are just right for the city and the Atto 3 looks futuristic in person.WATCH: BYD Atto 3 First Drive Review BYD Atto 3 CabinStep inside the cabin of the Atto 3 and it comes across as a well-built spaceLots of soft-touch materials to give that premium feel and there are a lot of materials are at playThere’s a skeletal kind of centrepiece finished in ivory that stands out on the dashboardIt's nicely done and brings a nice bright touch to the cabin overall