BYD Atto 3
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your Atto 3+−
The BYD Atto 3 has a Type 2 inlet and a three-phase 11kW onboard charger. The 22kW cable carries its full 11kW on three-phase chargers. A 7.4kW cable would cap it. On a single-phase home wallbox both cables charge at the same 7.4kW.
Which BYD Atto 3 versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every BYD Atto 3, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- BYD Atto 3 Design
- BYD Atto 3 Comfort
- BYD Atto 3 Business
- BYD Atto 3 Excellence AWD
- BYD Atto 3 Design Long Range
Whichever Atto 3 trim you drive, it is the same cable, so you can order with confidence.
Specifications+−
Delivery & returns+−
Free tracked UK delivery on every order. Built to order in the UK and dispatched fast. 30-day no-fuss returns.
Note: Blade LFP battery 60.5kWh. AC up to 11kW 3-phase. DC up to 88kW.
How long does it take?
Charging
the BYD Atto 3.
The BYD Atto 3 is a compact electric SUV that arrived in the UK in 2022 and uses BYD's own Blade lithium-iron-phosphate battery technology. The single battery option is 60.5kWh, a chemistry chosen for longevity and thermal stability rather than raw energy density. Like almost every modern electric car sold in the UK, the Atto 3 charges on AC through a Type 2 inlet, and uses a CCS combo port for rapid DC charging.
When you charge at home or plug into a public AC point, you supply the cable yourself: a Type 2 to Type 2 lead is what you need. The Atto 3's onboard charger can accept up to 11kW, but only when fed three-phase power. Rapid DC charging tops out around 88kW and always uses the charger's own tethered cable, not one you purchase separately.
The Blade LFP battery handles frequent top-up charging well and has a flatter discharge curve than many NCA or NMC rivals, making it well suited to overnight home charging. Rapid (DC) times are for a 10 to 80% charge, the way manufacturers quote them. Real-world charging varies with temperature, battery state and the charger itself.
7.4 kW or 22 kW?
Which cable does
the Atto 3 need?
The Atto 3 can draw up to 11kW from an AC source, but that requires three-phase power at both the charger and the car's onboard unit. Single-phase supplies, which are standard in almost every UK home, naturally cap the charging rate at 7.4kW. A 7.4kW Type 2 cable is therefore the right choice for the vast majority of owners: it delivers the maximum speed your home installation can provide without paying for capacity that your supply cannot use.
A 22kW-rated cable would only make a practical difference if you have access to a three-phase home supply or you regularly visit public AC chargers rated at 22kW. In either of those situations the Atto 3 would draw its full 11kW. On a standard UK single-phase driveway the charging speed is identical to the cheaper 7.4kW cable, so the only argument for buying up is future-proofing against a potential supply upgrade.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 60.5kWh Blade battery from empty costs roughly £4 to £5 on an off-peak tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, and around £16 to £17 at a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. The Atto 3's operating costs are genuinely low if you can charge overnight on a dedicated EV tariff. Public rapid charging is a different story, with many networks now charging 50p or more per kWh, so it is best reserved for longer journeys. Tariff rates change, so check current figures before planning.
Also for your Atto 3
Goes well with.
Plug & Cable Holder · Type 2
Wottz Plug and Cable Holder
Carry Bag
Wottz Carry Bag
Dust Cap · Type 2
Wottz Dust Cap
BYD Atto 3 FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usCan the BYD Atto 3 charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the BYD Atto 3 has a three-phase onboard charger, so with a 22kW cable and a three-phase supply it can charge at up to 11kW.
What length charging cable should I get?+−
5m suits most home and public charge points. Choose 7.5m or 10m if the charge point is far from your car's charging port or you park on the far side of a bay.
Does the BYD Atto 3 support V2L?+−
Yes. The BYD Atto 3 supports vehicle-to-load (V2L), so a V2L discharge cable lets you run tools, appliances and devices straight from the battery through the Type 2 inlet, at up to 3.6kW.
What charging cable does the BYD Atto 3 need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC charging points. The Atto 3's AC inlet is Type 2, which is the UK and European standard. A 5m cable covers most driveways; go to 7m or 10m if your wallbox is further from your parking spot.
Can the BYD Atto 3 charge at 11kW at home?+−
Only on a three-phase supply. The Atto 3's onboard AC charger supports up to 11kW on three phases, but almost all UK homes have single-phase electricity, which limits home charging to 7.4kW regardless of which cable you use. On a three-phase supply or a 11kW public AC point, the full 11kW is available.
How long does the BYD Atto 3 take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW home wallbox the 60.5kWh battery takes roughly 8 to 8.5 hours from empty, comfortably within an overnight window. On a slow 3-pin socket the same charge would take around 28 hours, so a dedicated wallbox is well worth it for a car this size.
Does the BYD Atto 3 use CCS or CHAdeMO for rapid charging?+−
CCS (Combined Charging System). The Atto 3 accepts DC rapid charging via a CCS port at up to around 88kW. Rapid DC chargers have their own tethered cables, so you do not need to buy one. The Type 2 cable you carry is for AC charging only.