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BYD Dolphin

$ 38,890 - $ 44,890* MRLP

The BYD Dolphin is a new, compact electric hatchback that has the honour of being the most affordable EV in Australia. Priced from $38,890 before on-road costs, the Dolphin is offered with either a 44.9kWh or 60.5kWh battery pack.

Latest BYD Dolphin ratings breakdown

7.5

Performance
7.4
Safety Technology
7.3
Ride Quality
7.3
Infotainment & Connectivity
7.6
Handling & Dynamics
7.0
Energy Efficiency
8.0
Driver Technology
7.2
Value for Money
8.2
Interior Comfort & Packaging
7.3
Fit for Purpose
8.0
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What we love

  • -Extensive standard features list
  • -Impressive and plush interior
  • -Drives as well around town as cars from established brands
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What we don't

  • -Charging speed could do with an uptick
  • -Cabin width is noticeably lacking
  • -Infotainment feels a little third-party
2024 BYD Dolphin Premium review
Review | 12 Jan 2024

7.5

Does the BYD Dolphin offer compromises or practical solutions for Australia's urban population?
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7.5

Should you make the leap? We pit an electric hatch against an iconic hybrid to find out.
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2024 BYD Dolphin Premium review: Australian first drivePlayIconRounded
Launch Review | 15 Nov 2023

7.6

A city-friendly electric car with a big driving range and low asking price will appeal to many Australian urbanites.

BYD Dolphin Price*

YearVariantPrice
2024BYD Dolphin Dynamic Hatchback FWD$38,890
2024BYD Dolphin Premium Hatchback FWD$44,890

BYD Dolphin Specs:

Variant (1 available)
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Price
$38,890*
FuelType
Electric
Transmission
Red'n Gear
Drive Type
FWD
Engine
AC70kW
Charge Time
Quick Charge
Range
Variant (1 available)

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BYD Dolphin Dimensions

The BYD Dolphin has 2 variants. The height is 1570mm, the width is 1770mm and length is 4290mm.

How safe is the BYD Dolphin?

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BYD Dolphin rivals

8.5

BMW 1 Series

Hatchback
12 badges available
$ 54,800 - $ 76,600* MRLP
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8.2

Audi A1

Hatchback
7 badges available
$ 36,200 - $ 50,800* MRLP
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FAQs

Where is the BYD Dolphin built?
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The BYD Dolphin is produced in factories in Hunan and Jiangxi, China.

How big is the battery in the BYD Dolphin?
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The BYD Dolphin is offered with either a 44.9kWh or 60.5kWh battery.

How much range does the BYD Dolphin have?
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Standard range BYD Dolphin has 340km range, where the long-range model offers up to 427km range.

* ‘MRLP’ is the manufacturer’s recommended list price as provided by our data provider and is subject to change, so is provided to you for indicative purposes only. Please note that MRLP is inclusive of GST, but is exclusive of any options and does not include on-road costs such as registration, CTP, stamp duty and dealer delivery. Where an MRLP is stated as a price range, this reflects the lowest to highest MRLP provided for that model range across the available variants.
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