BYD Atto 3 Premium Charging Cost in Australia
By mht-dev, Frontend Engineer & Creator
Estimate the cost and time to charge a BYD Atto 3 Premium (full battery electric vehicle / BEV) in Australia, calculated from its battery capacity and local electricity rates, both at public DC fast charging and at home.
BYD Atto 3 Premium specifications
- Usable battery capacity
- 60.5 kWh
- DC fast-charge power (peak)
- 88 kW
- AC charge power (onboard)
- 7 kW
- Manufacturer-claimed range
- 420 km (WLTP)
- Realistic range estimate
- 357 km
- Estimated efficiency
- 17 kWh/100 km
- Estimated charging cost per 100 km
- $5.59
- Battery chemistry
- LFP
A real-world estimate discounted from the manufacturer's claimed figure; actual distance depends on driving style, speed, and conditions.
Estimated from the realistic range, not a measured consumption figure; actual use varies with driving and conditions.
BYD Atto 3 Premium charging cost & time
| Scenario | Energy | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public DC 20% → 80% | 36.3 kWh | 33 minutes | $21.77 |
| Public DC 0% → 100% | 60.5 kWh | 1 hours 24 minutes | $36.29 |
| At home (AC) 20% → 80% | 36.3 kWh | 5 hours 11 minutes | $11.98 |
BYD Atto 3 Premium charging time by charger power
How long the BYD Atto 3 Premium takes to charge at different charger power levels, capped by its own onboard limits.
| Charger | Power | Charge | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard outlet | 2.2 kW | 0% → 100% | 27 hours 29 minutes |
| Home wallbox | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 8 hours 38 minutes |
| Public AC | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 8 hours 38 minutes |
| DC fast | 88 kW | 10% → 80% | 38 minutes |
AC rows assume constant charging power and a 0% to 100% charge. Real times vary with the onboard charger, temperature, and the charger you use.
The DC fast row (10% to 80%) is anchored to a measured charging time for this model, so it reflects the real charging curve. Times still vary with temperature and conditions.
Charging speed
Based on measured data, the BYD Atto 3 Premium charges 10% → 80% on DC fast charging in about 38 minutes, peaking at around 89 kW. ev-DB car/1782 (60.5 kWh LFP, 89 kW peak) battery+chemistry+peak match; 38 min 10-80.
The BYD Atto 3 Premium is estimated to charge from 20% to 80% on public DC fast charging in about 33 minutes (standard DC).
As of 2026-06-03
Battery care
This car uses an LFP battery, which tolerates routine charging to 100%. Charging full now and then is fine and even helps the car read its charge level accurately.
Savings vs a petrol car
This charge adds about 214 km of range for $21.77. Driving the same distance on petrol would cost:
| Engine size | Petrol cost | You save |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 1000 cc | $22.97 | $1.20 |
| 1000–1500 cc | $27.15 | $5.38 |
| 1500–2000 cc | $33.42 | $11.64 |
| 2000–2500 cc | $39.68 | $17.91 |
| > 2500 cc | $48.03 | $26.26 |
Estimated from typical combined fuel use by engine size and Regular unleaded (ULP 91) at $1.95/L. Charging at home saves the most; actual figures vary with driving and conditions.
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Compare with another car →Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge a BYD Atto 3 Premium from 20% to 80%?
- Charging a BYD Atto 3 Premium from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger costs about $21.77.
How long does it take to charge a BYD Atto 3 Premium?
- Charging a BYD Atto 3 Premium from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger takes about 33 minutes.