After Tesla, Chinese car marker BYD to shake up Maruti & Tata! set to launch its most ‘affordable’ EV in India at Rs…

Chinese EV car maker BYD can pose a serious challenge to established players like Maruti and Tata in India.

Written by: Anirudha Yerunkar Edited by: Anirudha Yerunkar

Published: July 29, 2025, 9:56 PM IST

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BYD, the world’s largest electric car manufacturer, is preparing to launch its most affordable electric SUV the Atto 2 in the Indian market. The vehicle is expected to compete directly with models like the Hyundai Creta Electric and MG ZS EV.

How Will BYD Takeover Tesla?

Elon Musk’s Tesla is falling behind BYD (Build Your Dreams) as Chinese auto makers are expanding its global EV portfolio rapidly. In India, it has launched fully electric models like the Atto 3, Seal, Sealion 7, and eMax 7. The company may introduce another new model. The BYD Atto 2 was recently spotted testing on Indian roads so it can be launched soon according to media reports. It is below the Atto 3 and electric SUV will be the most budget-friendly offering in BYD’s India lineup.

Competitors To BYD In India

It was first shown at the 2025 Brussels Motor Show, the Atto 2 goes by different names in different markets, It is known as the Yuan Up in China and Yuan Pro in Brazil. Built on BYD’s e-platform 3.0, the Atto 2 measures:

• Length: 4,310 mm

• Width: 1,830 mm

• Height: 1,675 mm

Based on its size, it will compete with EVs like the Hyundai Creta Electric, MG ZS EV, Mahindra BE 6, Tata Curvv EV, and the upcoming Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara.

Spy images reveal a fully test mule of the Atto 2. However, it appears that the India-spec version will closely resemble its international counterpart. The SUV features are:

• Signature LED headlights at the front

• Connected LED tail lamps at the rear

• A raised rear spoiler with sculpted ends

• A faux diffuser with silver accents on the lower rear bumper

As with the rest of BYD’s EV lineup, the Atto 2 comes loaded with modern features, including:

• A large 12.8-inch rotatable infotainment display in the center of the dashboard

• An 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster behind a multi-function steering wheel

• A sleek all-black interior theme in the Europe-spec version

• Panoramic sunroof, Type-C charging ports, ambient lighting

• Heated and power-adjustable front seats, and leather upholstery