BYD Dolphin: A compact electrician with a family in the spotlight.
Entry
BYD, The leader of the Chinese electromobility, poszerza swoją europejską ofertę o model Dolphin – kompaktowego hatchbacka łączącego przystępną cenę, przyjazny design i technologię Blade Battery. The car competes with Volkswagen ID.3 and Renault Zoe, aiming at the family and young drivers. Thanks 5 euro stars NCAP (2023) and range to 427 km, Dolphin quickly becomes a favorite of urban roads.
Technical data in Byd Dolphin
Parameters of versions available in Europe (2024):
| Parameter | Active | Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Battery type | LFP (Blade Battery) | LFP (Blade Battery) |
| Battery capacity | 44,9 kWh | 60,48 kWh |
| Reception (Wltp) | 340 km | 427 km |
| Moc | 95 KM (70 kW) | 204 KM (150 kW) |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive | Front (FWD) | Front (FWD) |
| 0-100 km/h | 12,3 s | 7,0 s |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h |
| DC charging (moc) | 60 kW | 88 kW |
| Charging time 10-80% | ~ 35 minutes | ~ 30 minutes |
| Length/width/height | 4290 mm / 1770 mm / 1570 mm | |
| Own weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
Additional equipment:
- Rotary screen 12.8 " z systemem DiLink (Android Auto/Apple CarPlay).
- Winter – prekondycjonowanie baterii i ogrzewanie foteli.
- Lane assistant, Cyclist detection, adaptive cruise control.
- Trunk 345 liters – więcej niż u ID.3.
- 5 euro stars ncap – wysoka ochrona dzieci i pieszych.
- Induction charging 7 kW (option).
Price in Europe
Prices in Poland (2024, after subsidies):
- Dolphin Active: from 119 900 PLN (ok. €27 500).
- Dolphin Boost: from 149 900 PLN (ok. €34 500).
W Niemczech ceny startują od €28 900 (after subsidies).
User reviews
Advantages:
- Low price – najtańszy elektryk BYD w Europie.
- Urban maneuverability – małe wymiary i ciasny promień skrętu.
- Durable battery – technologia LFP odporna na częste ładowanie.
- Thoughtful interior – uchwyty na napoje dla dzieci i schowki.
Defects:
- Slower charging – brak wsparcia dla ładowarek >100 kW.
- Tani plastic – niektóre elementy wnętrza.
- Brak Awd – tylko napęd przedni.
Drivers' voices:
- "Ideal for school and work. In Boost, the version even on the route!” – Kasia, Łódź.
- "Cool screen, But the plastic buttons spoil the impression. " – Lars, Dania.
Summary
Byd Dolphin is an electrician for those, who are looking for simplicity and practicality without unnecessary glamor. Thanks to a safe battery, 5-Christmas protection and an attractive price, becomes a competition for European compacts. Although it does not impress with dynamics, Gains recognition for low operating costs - in 2024 year BYD plans to enter him into 15 EU countries, including the markets of Eastern Europe.
Competition: Volkswagen ID.3, Renault Zoe, Peugeot E-208.