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BYD · 2025

BYD DOLPHIN 60.4 kWh (MY25)

HatchbackProduced
From£30,205
Practical range217 miles
Rapid charge36 minutes
Efficiency3.6 mi/kWh

At a glance

About the BYD DOLPHIN 60.4 kWh (MY25)

The BYD DOLPHIN 60.4 kWh (MY25) is a compact electric hatchback aimed at buyers seeking a practical, efficient and well-equipped EV. Built on BYD’s dedicated e-Platform 3.0 and featuring the company’s Blade Battery technology, it offers competitive range, strong efficiency and excellent safety credentials.

The DOLPHIN is powered by a front-mounted electric motor producing 204 hp (150 kW) and 310 Nm of torque, enabling 0-62 mph in 7.0 seconds and a top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h).

Energy is supplied by a 60.5 kWh usable Blade Battery (62.0 kWh gross), using LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) chemistry for improved durability and safety. Official range is 217 miles (350 km WLTP), while EV Database reports a practical real-world range of around 217 miles (350 km).

Charging is supported at 11 kW AC and up to 110 kW DC rapid charging. A typical 10-80% DC charge takes approximately 36 minutes.

The DOLPHIN includes Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality with up to 3.3 kW output, allowing it to power external devices and appliances.

For EV Compare UK, the BYD DOLPHIN 60.4 kWh (MY25) competes directly with the MG4 EV, CUPRA Raval, Renault 5 E‑Tech and Volkswagen ID.3, offering a particularly strong combination of standard equipment, efficiency and safety.

Battery and charging

How far, how fast

Practical real range217 miles
Official WLTP range265 miles
Usable battery60.5 kWh
Rapid charge 10–80%36 min
Peak DC charging110 kW
Home charge 0–100%6 hr 30 min
Maximum AC charging11 kW
Charge portCCS Combo 2 / Type 2
Battery preconditioningNo

On the road

Performance

Power150 kW
Torque310 Nm
0–62 mph7 sec
Top speed99 mph
Drive typeFWD
Towing capacity—

Everyday use

Space and practicality

Seats5
Boot space345 L
Front boot—
Heat pumpStandard
Vehicle-to-loadStandard
Kerb weight1,733 kg

Protection and cover

Safety and warranty

Euro NCAP rating★★★★★
Adult protection89%
Child protection87%
Safety assist79%
Vehicle warranty6 years / 93,750 miles
Battery warranty8 years / 125,000 miles

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