BYD Dolphin — Side view
BYD

BYD Dolphin 2023–2024

EA1

Electric Hatchback FWD

~ price from €29,000 to €35,000

indicative · as of 2026-10-07

Dolphin (2023-2024) — Електрически, 204 hp, indicative catalog price.

Technical specifications

Production years 2023–2024
Generation EA1
Body type Hatchback
Fuel Electric
Engine Electric
Power 204 hp
Power 150 kW
Torque 290 Nm
Gearbox Automatic
Drivetrain FWD
0-100 km/h 7 s
Top speed 160 km/h
Battery 60,5 kWh
WLTP range 427 km
Energy use 15,5 kWh/100km
AC charging 11 kW
DC charging 88 kW
Charge time 10–80% 40 min
Length 4 290 mm
Width 1 770 mm
Height 1 570 mm
Wheelbase 2 700 mm
Weight 1 650 kg
Trunk 345 l
Seats 5
Doors 5
Price ~ price from €29,000 to €35,000
Price source Indicative catalog estimate

Who Is This Car Best For?

Scores are calculated algorithmically from the technical data available for this exact specification. Missing fields are not filled with assumptions.

Family use 52/100
City driving 82/100
Long trips 41/100
Sporty driving 51/100
Economy 76/100
Daily practicality 75/100

BYD Dolphin (2023–2024) is a hatchback running on electric. It belongs to the EA1 generation. This assessment describes this exact specification from the published technical figures — 204 hp, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive.

Family suitability scores 52/100 (average fit). The layout with 5 seats and 5 doors supports passenger-carrying use. Boot capacity of 345 L looks modest for bulky luggage. A 2700 mm wheelbase hints at cabin proportions, but it is not a substitute for measured passenger space. No crash-test rating is stored, so safety is not inferred.

For urban use the score is 82/100 (strong fit). Overall length of 4290 mm helps with manoeuvring and parking. Width at 1770 mm also shapes how compact the car feels in town. As an EV, urban efficiency is usually a strength when consumption or range data exist. The automatic gearbox eases stop-start traffic. Turning circle and parking-aid equipment are not in the database, so they are excluded.

For highway and long trips the score is 41/100 (limited fit). The rating relies mainly on technical data; there are no reliable cabin-noise or seat-comfort measurements here. Claimed WLTP range is about 427 km — useful when planning charging stops. For overtakes and steady cruising, the key figures are 204 hp and 290 Nm. Boot space (345 L) affects holiday luggage practicality.

Dynamic performance scores 51/100 (average fit). With 204 hp and 0–100 km/h in 7 s, this version shows moderately lively response. Power-to-weight is about 123.6 hp/tonne at 1650 kg. Torque of 290 Nm supports mid-range response. Drive type (front-wheel) informs the chassis score without claiming a specific handling feel. Top speed is listed at 160 km/h.

Economy scores 76/100 (good fit). Catalogue energy use is 15.5 kWh/100 km. These are official/catalogue figures, not a promise of real-world consumption. CO₂ is listed at 0 g/km.

Day-to-day practicality scores 75/100 (good fit). Body style (hatchback) sets the basic use profile. Five doors make boarding passengers and loading easier. The 345 L boot matters for weekly shopping and trips. An automated gearbox simplifies everyday driving.

Strongest areas from the available data: city driving (82), economy (76), daily practicality (75). Main compromises are long trips (41).

It suits drivers with mostly urban mileage who prefer a more compact footprint. As an electric variant it makes most sense with reliable charging access and routes covered by the available range figure.

Bottom line: BYD Dolphin shows a balanced technical profile with an average around 63/100 across scored categories. Treat this as guidance built only from confirmed figures — match it against your real needs, a test drive and ownership costs.

Wheels and bolt pattern

Factory wheel fitment (bolt pattern, centre bore, OE size). Always verify on the vehicle.

Bolt pattern5x114.3
Centre bore (CB) 60.1 mm
Lug count5
OE wheel16x6.5J ET45

Wheel fitment data: ANKUSI Wheel Fitment Dataset (CC BY 4.0) · source

Tires and pressure

Indicative values. Always check the door sticker / owner’s manual.

No tire data for this model yet.

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