The world's leading electric car manufacturer, available at Arnold Clark.
Experience the all-new BYD Seal U DM-i Boost trim - with stunning metallic paint, from just £349 initial rental and £349 a month on Personal Contract Hire. Full terms and conditions apply.***
Terms and conditionsExplore unmissable offers on the new BYD Dolphin Surf available with 0% APR Representative*, plus enjoy 5 years free servicing.**
Terms and conditionsJoin us at your local Arnold Clark BYD to test drive the brand new BYD Atto 2.
Available on BYD Dolphin Surf, Dolphin and Atto 3. Includes extended 8-year battery warranty (up to 155,342 miles).
Terms and conditionsGet a home charger via Bumblebee and access low ultra-rapid charging rates on our UK-wide, bookable EV charging network, Arnold Clark Charge.
BYD cars are now on the Motability Scheme. See what's available now, including the ATTO 3 available from £999 advance payment.
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BYD is proud to be the world’s number one electric and hybrid vehicle manufacturer, currently outselling Tesla and other competitor brands worldwide.
BYD started as a battery manufacturer, so and, as such, they have the historical expertise and knowledge to design and build BEVs (battery electric vehicles) to a high standard.
BYD makes almost all components in - house and even supplies parts to other car manufacturers. Thanks to their rich engineering background, BYD cars are full of have advanced technologies and components that are entirely unique to them. This includes a rotating touchscreen, which is a feature on all models.
BYD is a pioneer in automotive technology and has developed a new, safer and more efficient battery for electric vehicles - the Blade battery. Passing a comprehensive range of tests, the BYD Blade battery is one of the safest in the world. Expect enhanced safety, longer range and a longer battery life. Plus, all vehicles come with a battery warranty of eight years or 125,000 miles.
Let us know how we can help and one of our team will get in touch. We can book a test drive appointment or send you a video preview of your chosen vehicle.
The BYD Seagull is named the 'BYD Dolphin Surf' in the UK and is an electric super-mini that is low-cost and ideal for city driving. It is now available, find out more here.
BYD stands for Build Your Dreams. Their name is based on their commitment to leveraging technological innovation to create a better life.
BYD was first established in China in 1995 and has since undergone 27 years of high-speed growth. Originally a battery manufacturer, they entered the automotive industry in 2003 and became a relentless advocate of sustainable development, which has allowed them to expand globally.
Yes, the BYD ATTO 3 was the first BYD car to come to the UK and is available to order at Arnold Clark.
As a pioneer of the battery industry, the Blade Battery was produced by BYD as an evolution of its previous battery innovations to provide enhanced safety, longer range and a longer lifespan of battery to EV users.
The cheapest model, the BYD Dolphin Surf price starts from £17,995. The premium BYD Sealion 7 coupé SUV starts from £45,795.
Yes, BYD cars are available to buy second-hand! Shop all of our offers here.
Representative finance example | |
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£181 | Monthly payment |
£181 | Deposit |
60 | Term (months) |
4.7% | Fixed interest rate |
£8,998 | Cash price |
£8,817 | Credit amount |
£1 | Completion fee |
£11,058 | Total amount payable |
8.9% APR | Representative |
* 0% APR Representative available on the BYD Dolphin Surf. Personal Contract Purchase from Santander Customer finance. Applicant must be 18 or over. Guarantee may be required. Santander Customer Finance, RH1 1SR. Vehicles orders must be placed between 29/08/2025 - 30/09/2025 and registered by 30/09/2025.
This offer is promoted and managed by Arnold Clark Automobiles Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for general insurance and consumer credit purposes. Arnold Clark acts as a credit broker sourcing credit to assist with your purchase from a carefully selected panel of lenders. Lenders will pay Arnold Clark a fee for these introductions. Offers subject to status, terms and conditions.
Arnold Clark will collect and process customers’ personal data (including name, email address, and/or telephone number) for the purpose of administering the offer and issuing vouchers. All personal data will be handled in accordance with Arnold Clark’s privacy policy, which can be viewed here https://www.arnoldclark.com/cookies, and UK data protection legislation. Personal data will not be shared with third parties without the customer’s prior consent, except where necessary for the issuance of vouchers.
** Five years free servicing offer is only available on brand-new: BYD DOLPHIN SURF, BYD DOLPHIN and BYD ATTO 3. All other models are excluded from this offer. Vehicles must be ordered from a participating Arnold Clark BYD retailer between 4th August 2025 and 30th September 2025, and registered by 31st December 2025. Available to private retail customers who are legal residents of the UK and at least 18 years old. Not available for business customers, employees, contractors, and other representatives of BYD or BYD retailers or service partners, their families and households. Excludes vehicles financed through Personal Contract Hire or Business Contract Hire and Motability. Eligible Customers will be entitled to 2 routine manufacturer services for the purchased EV models (at 24 months or 12,420 miles, whichever comes first). Each Service is limited to the service elements, labour and parts expressly set out in the Owners Handbook for the relevant vehicle. Any additional labour and parts that may be required will be subject to additional charges. An authorised BYD retailer or service partner must conduct each Service. Up to five years (based on standard two-year/12,420 miles (20,000km) service intervals. Including oil, fluids, parts and labour). Offer is subject to availability.
***Personal Contract Hire representative example for BYD SEAL U ESTATE 1.5 DM-i Boost 5dr Auto with metallic paint. 35 monthly payments of £349, initial rental £349, contract mileage 18,000, term (months) 36, excess mileage charge 14.9p per mile.